Transportation & Tort Litigation Attorney

Plunkett Cooney; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Midwest law firm is seeking a Transportation & Tort Litigation Attorney to enhance their team in Bloomfield Hills, MI. This position involves significant client interaction and the management of complex litigation matters in both state and federal courts. Candidates should have at least 4 years of litigation experience, especially in defense matters and transportation law, coupled with excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to professional development, and a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. The role offers an opportunity for personal growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably in defense matters.
• Excellent research, legal brief writing and communication skills.
• Experience handling Michigan no-fault and commercial auto liability claims.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, take depositions, and argue motions.
• Build a client base and expand existing relationships.

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Legal research

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to the Michigan Bar

Job description

Transportation & Tort Litigation Attorney

Plunket Cooney, one of the largest and most accomplished law firms in the Midwest, is looking to add a Transportation Litigation Attorney to their dynamic team.

Location: Detroit, MI or Bloomfield Hills, MI.

We are looking for a motivated legal professional to join a collaborative team with a strong reputation for excellence, while also building their own practice in a supportive and well‑established environment. The ideal candidate will be a versatile, client‑focused attorney with a proven ability to handle complex litigation matters. This role offers significant client contact and the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging cases in both state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably in defense matters, transportation law and litigation practice including PIP and SIU experience.
• Proficiency in the independent handling of litigation files such as commercial auto, PIP fraud investigations, premises liability, general negligence, property damage, construction and/or personal injury related.
• Experience handling Michigan no‑fault, third‑party & commercial auto liability and network transportation claims.
• Courtroom experience in Michigan state and/or federal courts.
• Knowledge of and experience with local rules and court procedures.
• Excellent research, legal brief writing and communication skills.
• Experience in all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, taking depositions, and arguing motions.
• A strong commitment to professional excellence and ongoing development.
• A demonstrated ability and desire to grow a client base and expand existing relationships.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• A J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar in good standing.

Interested candidates should submit resumes and writing samples to https://plunkettcooney.isolvedhire.com/jobs/