Remote Senior Litigation Associate - Civil & Employment

Warner Norcross & Judd LLP; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life & Disability insurance

401k with employer contrib/match

Remote work flexibility

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in Midland, MI seeks a mid- to senior-level Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of complex civil litigation experience. Employment litigation experience is preferred, and the successful candidate will support a busy local practice and provide practical, client-focused counsel.

The role involves handling all phases of civil litigation, drafting pleadings and motions, and coordinating discovery and expert witnesses.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed or willing to be licensed to practice in Michigan.
• Mid- to senior-level with approximately 4–6 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation from initiation to trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic analysis on litigation issues.
• Manage discovery including document review, depositions, and expert coordination.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial.

Skills

Excellent communication

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Oral advocacy

Discretion

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA accredited)

Tools

e-discovery tools

case management software

legal research platforms

Job description

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in Midland, MI seeks a mid- to senior-level Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of complex civil litigation experience. Employment litigation experience is preferred, and the successful candidate will support a busy local practice and provide practical, client-focused counsel.

The role involves handling all phases of civil litigation, drafting pleadings and motions, and coordinating discovery and expert witnesses.