Litigation Attorneys

Secrest Wardle; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybride; USD 140 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work flexibility

Office in Troy

Résumé du poste

Secrest Wardle, a Michigan-based firm with over a century of history, seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to manage cases with autonomy within a collaborative team. The role emphasizes independent file management, strategic defense, and direct client interaction in a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–9 years of litigation experience, strong insurance defense exposure, and a proven ability to handle complex matters with minimal supervision, while leveraging the firm’s

Qualifications

• 5–9 years of litigation experience.
• Background in insurance defense and Michigan No-Fault PIP/UM/UIM strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage files in a deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with billing practices.
• High level of technological literacy, including document management systems.

Responsabilités

• Manage a full caseload from intake through resolution, including trial preparation where applicable.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy across defense matters.
• Draft and argue substantive motions.
• Take and defend depositions independently.
• Handle court appearances, mediations, and negotiations.
• Evaluate risk, exposure, and case value.
• Communicate directly with clients, adjusters, and opposing counsel.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Independent case management

Insurance defense knowledge

Outils

Document management systems

Description du poste

Litigation Attorney (5–9 Years Experience)

Run your own cases—with autonomy, support, and a steady pipeline of work.

Secrest Wardle is a Michigan-based firm with over 100 years of history. Recognized in the 2026 Best Law Firms rankings by Best Lawyers, we are seeking experienced litigation attorneys to join our practice.

This role is designed for attorneys who are comfortable managing files independently while working within a collaborative team of experienced trial lawyers.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a full caseload from intake through resolution, including trial preparation where applicable
• Develop and execute litigation strategy across a variety of defense matters
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Take and defend depositions independently
• Handle court appearances, mediations, and negotiations
• Evaluate risk, exposure, and case value
• Communicate directly with clients, adjusters, and opposing counsel

What This Role Requires

• 5–9 years of litigation experience
• Background in insurance defense and experience with Michigan No-Fault PIP/UM/UIM strongly preferred
• Ability to independently manage files in a deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with billing practices
• High level of technological literacy, including document management systems

What Sets Us Apart?

• No micromanagement or unnecessary layers of approval
• Ability to do work spanning several practice areas
• Meaningful responsibility right away
• Autonomy in managing your files, with support when you need it
• Experienced trial attorneys available for collaboration
• Strong support staff to keep you focused on legal work
• Hybrid flexibility after onboarding
• A Troy office in a highly accessible, amenity-rich area

Why Join Secrest Wardle?

We offer the stability of a long-established firm, the credibility of national recognition, and the day-to-day environment that litigators are looking for: autonomy, support, and the ability to move cases forward efficiently.

If you’re looking to join an environment where you can take real ownership of your files without sacrificing support, we’d love to talk with you.