Senior Attorney

AAA-The Auto Club Group; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Protection & Insurance

Retirement & Savings

Time Off & Leave

Career Growth & Education

Additional Perks

Job summary

AAA-The Auto Club Group seeks a Senior Attorney to manage complex litigation with unlimited exposure, handling cases from discovery through appeals. The role is primarily remote, with court appearances and office visits roughly every 6 weeks, and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Requires a JD, at least five years of licensed practice (or three years with top performance reviews), and strong research, negotiation, and trial skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: JD from an accredited law school; bar admission in applicable state.
• Experience: Minimum five years licensed attorney in personal injury/insurance litigation; or three years as associate attorney with strong reviews.
• Knowledge: Civil procedure, evidence rules, discovery, mediation, tort and insurance law.
• Skills and abilities: Clear communication, strong analytic and strategic thinking, litigation management proficiency.
• Preferred: Trial experience and familiarity with Michigan no-fault act and related case law.

Responsibilities

• Case Analysis and Preparation: analyze allegations, draft responses, conduct discovery, evaluate evidence and insurance policy documents.
• Trial and Defense: prepare for trial, deliver openings and closings, examine witnesses, argue motions, coordinate with co-counsel.
• Client Communications and Negotiations: keep clients informed, advise on settlements, coordinate with third-party counsel.
• Legal Advice and Guidance: render opinions on coverage, liability and damages, participate in claims programs and committees.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: none.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical presentation

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Summary

Location: This is a primarily remote position reporting to an office roughly once every 6 weeks, in addition to any required in-person court appearances.

Job Type: Full time. Exempt status: Salary. Position Schedule: Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm.

Position Summary

Uses advanced specialized knowledge to handle complex to highly complex litigation of cases with unlimited exposure where the insured or the Company is a defendant. Controls all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, discovery, negotiation, presentation and appeals from District to Circuit Court. Exercises discretion and judgment with minimal supervision. Supports duty with a monthly cap on new case assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Analysis and Preparation
  • Analyzes, files, reviews allegations and renders legal opinions to Claims personnel regarding evaluation and disposition of injury cases.
  • Prepares responses to civil complaints, files and answers motions when questions of law or liability are disputed.
  • Conducts discovery, including depositions, interrogatories and requests for admission.
  • Reviews insurance policy and relevant documents.
  • Selects investigators and arranges subpoenas and summonses.
  • Files additional motions as facts and timing warrant.
  • Reviews medical data, consults with medical and accident reconstruction specialists.
  • Evaluates settlement options.
  • Prepares uninsured/underinsured motorist cases for trial or arbitration.
  • Submits pre‑trial statements and participates in pre‑trial hearings.
• Trial and Defense
  • Prepares case for trial, develops strategy.
  • Conducts defense, delivers opening, examines, cross‑examines witnesses, argues motions, confers with judges, delivers closing arguments.
  • Prepares trial briefs. Summaries for Case Evaluation Tribunal.
  • Evaluates award and recommends acceptance or proceeding to trial.
• Client Communications and Negotiations
  • Keeps client advised of case status and consults with third‑party clients.
  • Advises insured on retention of counsel for over‑limit judgments.
  • Negotiates pre‑trial settlements.
  • Applies cost/benefit considerations.
  • Advises on payment of claims.
  • Co‑ordinates trial or settlement activity with co‑counsel.
  • Recommends appeals to the Appeals Committee.
• Legal Advice and Guidance
  • Renders legal advice and opinions on coverage, liability and damages.
  • Conducts examinations under oath.
  • Participates in Claims Legal Council Program.
  • Participates in office committees.
  • Mentors less experienced attorneys.
• Supervisory Responsibilities None.

Qualifications

Education: Juris Doctor degree or graduate of an accredited law school; member of the State Bar of applicable state.

Experience: Minimum five years as a licensed attorney in personal injury, no‑fault or insurance litigation; OR three years as an associate attorney at ACG Staff Counsel with yearly performance reviews of overall fully met expectations or higher.

Knowledge of: Civil law, judicial procedures, rules of evidence, legal research, discovery methods, mediation, claims procedures, tort liability law, insurance law, policies for all lines of coverage, Michigan Court Rules, standard jury instructions, and professional ethics relating to house counsel and insured.

Skills and abilities: Effective communication, analytical presentation, utilization of litigation management systems.

Preferred: Trial experience; experience in first‑party no‑fault or auto insurance defense litigation; knowledge of defense trial practice; experience in staff counsel operations; high performance metrics; familiarity with Michigan No‑Fault Act and case law.

Work Environment

This is primarily a remote position reporting to an office roughly once every 6 weeks, with required in‑person court appearances.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

Senior Attorney will earn a competitive annual salary of $110,000–$150,000 with annual bonus potential based on performance.

ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
  • Prescription drug coverage.
  • Dental and vision benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Protection & Insurance
  • Company‑paid basic life insurance.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance.
  • Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
  • Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
• Retirement & Savings
  • 401(k) plan with company match 50% up to 6% of pay, immediate vesting, additional company contribution 4% paid each pay day.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
• Time Off & Leave
  • Paid Time Off: accrual‑based, up to 12 days annually for new full‑time employees, increases with tenure.
  • Paid Holidays: 10 company‑paid holidays for full‑time, 8 for part‑time; additional mental health days, floating holidays, volunteer days.
  • Paid leave programs: parental, bereavement, jury duty, military leave.
• Career Growth & Education
  • Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG.
  • Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Additional Perks
  • Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.
  • Adoption assistance program.

Important Note

ACG’s compensation philosophy provides a market‑competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance‑based pay to attract and retain excellent talent. Salary ranges are based on geographic areas within which ACG operates. The above statements describe principal and essential functions; reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Other Requirements

Regular and reliable attendance is essential. All applicants offered employment will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the position requirements.