Senior Civil Litigation Attorney — Multi-State Growth

Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho P.L.C.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonuses

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Bar dues & CLE

Professional development

Job summary

CMDA Law in Grand Rapids seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to manage a fast-paced docket, work directly with clients and partners, and contribute to growing the Grand Rapids office. The role offers meaningful responsibility, courtroom experience, and autonomy within a supportive firm environment.

The ideal candidate will handle diverse civil matters, develop litigation strategies, and maintain client relationships, with opportunities for practice growth across a multi-state platform.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.
• At least five years of active civil litigation experience.
• Ability to manage cases independently from inception through resolution or trial.
• Experience conducting depositions, managing discovery, handling motion practice, and appearing in court.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, persuasive writing, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial investigation and case evaluation through settlement, trial, or appeal.
• Develop litigation strategies by evaluating facts, applicable law, potential exposure, and opportunities for resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents.
• Manage written discovery, document production, expert discovery, and related motion practice.
• Conduct and defend depositions and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony.
• Represent clients at hearings, conferences, mediations, settlement proceedings, and trials in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analyses.
• Maintain regular client communication, including case evaluations, risk assessments, status reports, and strategic recommendations.
• Negotiate settlements while protecting client interests and maintaining professional relationships with opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with attorneys and professional staff to provide efficient, cost-effective representation consistent with firm and client standards.
• Assist with client development and the continued growth of CMDA’s Grand Rapids presence.

Skills

Civil litigation

Case management

Negotiation

Legal research

Court appearances

Written advocacy

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Case-management software

Electronic discovery platforms

Job description

CMDA Law in Grand Rapids seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to manage a fast-paced docket, work directly with clients and partners, and contribute to growing the Grand Rapids office. The role offers meaningful responsibility, courtroom experience, and autonomy within a supportive firm environment.

The ideal candidate will handle diverse civil matters, develop litigation strategies, and maintain client relationships, with opportunities for practice growth across a multi-state platform.