Rising Employment Litigation Associate

Fisher Phillips; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with carve-out election and on‑

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Fisher Phillips in Detroit is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate with 1-2 years of litigation experience to join our growing team. You will handle matters from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting motions and depositions.

This role offers mentorship from seasoned attorneys, exposure to client-facing work, and opportunities to develop an employment law practice while contributing to firm growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to client service.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to pleadings.
• Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy.
• Drafting dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Arguing non-dispositive motions.
• Defending depositions.
• Participating in mediations.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Litigation management

Team collaboration

Michigan Bar admission

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to the Michigan Bar

Job description

Fisher Phillips in Detroit is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate with 1-2 years of litigation experience to join our growing team. You will handle matters from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting motions and depositions.

This role offers mentorship from seasoned attorneys, exposure to client-facing work, and opportunities to develop an employment law practice while contributing to firm growth.