Associate Attorney

Shermeta Law Group, PLLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Fitness center access

Wellness program

Job summary

Shermeta, Kilpatrick & Associates, PLLC handles creditors' rights with a long-standing record of success. This role involves managing a dedicated caseload, overseeing hearings, reviewing filings, and negotiating settlements while coordinating with clients and staff to ensure smooth case progression.

The attorney will report directly to the Firm’s President and must maintain licensure, stay organized in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate across teams to deliver results for clients.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree required.
• Juris Doctor Degree required.
• License to practice law in Ohio (dual license in Michigan a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a dedicated caseload.
• File review and document review.
• Settlement negotiations.
• Draft, sign and review legal pleadings.
• Attend court hearings.
• Communicate with clients regarding settlements or escalated issues.
• Assist with special projects and court filings as needed.
• Update system with case notes and statuses.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Legal document analysis

Sound judgment

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Juris Doctor Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shermeta, Kilpatrick & Associates, PLLC has been successfully practicing in the field of creditors' rights since 1973. We are one of the most recognized law firms in the country in this area of law and receive multiple awards by our clients and network partners for best-in-class services. We are growing quickly and would love the opportunity to speak with you about joining our ranks and helping us continue to surpass our client's expectations. Please see below for further details on the opportunity.

Job Summary

Responsible for handling all legal matters which are the result of an assigned caseload, attorney involvement, or client escalation. This includes, but is not limited to, hearings, pleadings, oversight and working with clerical staff. This position reports directly to the Firm’s President.

Job Duties

• Maintain a dedicated caseload.
• File review, including document review and requests.
• Settlement negotiations.
• Review, draft, and sign legal pleadings.
• Attend court hearings.
• Communicate with clients regarding settlements and/or any other legal issue that needs to be escalated.
• Work on special projects and other tasks as requested (this includes but is not limited to filing documents in court(s), assigning attorneys to court appearances, approving outside counsel invoices, etc.
• Handle any other relevant legal issue related to the job responsibilities.
• Update system of record with notes of work efforts and status changes on cases.

Skills Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
• Ability to analyze legal documents efficiently and effectively.
• Excellent ability to exercise sound judgment in all job functions.
• Excellent collaboration skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree.
• Juris Doctor Degree.
• License to practice law in the State of Ohio (dual licensed in Michigan a plus).
• Maintain good standing in courts of any jurisdiction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our firm is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Training

Our firm provides comprehensive, in-depth training to set each employee up for success.

Drug Testing/Background Checks

Prior to hire a background check and drug test is required.

Benefits

The Firm offers a competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including paid time off and roughly ten (10) paid holidays each year. Additional benefit information, including eligibility, may be further discussed during the interview process.

Voluntary Benefits

• Medical Insurance – Firm shares 51% of cost.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Free access to fitness center located within the building as well as free consultation with the fitness instructor.