Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney

State Bar of Michigan; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with firm contributions

Job summary

Oakland Lawyers Group, PLLC seeks a litigation attorney with 5+ years of experience in complex commercial matters. The ideal candidate will independently manage cases from strategy through trial and appeal, handling trade secrets, contracts, and related disputes while collaborating with a lean, high-performing team.

The firm offers a collaborative environment with a focus on quality and client outcomes, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Ability to independently manage cases with minimal supervision.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex commercial litigation from pre-suit through trial and appeal.
• Develop case strategy and oversee execution across all phases of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; argue motions in court.
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding, and conducting depositions.
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Provide strategic, business-focused legal counsel to clients.
• Identify creative solutions and opportunities in complex legal challenges.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and clients on case strategy.

Skills

5+ years experience

Independent case mgmt

Legal research & writing

Client communication

Education

J.D. ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Oakland Lawyers Group, PLLC seeks a litigation attorney with 5+ years of experience in complex commercial matters. The ideal candidate will independently manage cases from strategy through trial and appeal, handling trade secrets, contracts, and related disputes while collaborating with a lean, high-performing team.

The firm offers a collaborative environment with a focus on quality and client outcomes, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.