Trial Attorney

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Troy, Michigan seeks a trial attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join our team. You will prepare and argue motions, assist in take of depositions, and handle complex discovery and ESI.

A license to practice in Michigan is required; out-of-state candidates able to sit for Michigan bar will be considered. Strong research, writing, and communication skills are essential.

Competitive salary with benefits and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience preparing and arguing motions, assisting in depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI.
• Licensed to practice in Michigan; out-of-state candidates eligible for Michigan bar will be considered.
• Strong academic background with excellent research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and argue motions; assist in taking depositions; handle complex discovery and ESI.
• Prepare cases for trial and try cases.
• Research and draft briefs and motions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Motions

Depositions

Trial experience

Research and writing

Education

Michigan bar license or eligibility

Job description

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com .

Dinsmore has an immediate need for a trial attorney in Troy, Michigan. Qualified candidates must have at least 5+ years of litigation experience, including experience preparing and arguing motions, assisting in the taking of depositions, handling complex discovery and ESI, preparing cases for trial, trying cases, and must be well versed in researching and drafting briefs and motions.

A license to practice in Michigan and familiarity with the Michigan court system is required. Out of state candidates who are willing to sit for the Michigan bar exam, or eligible for admission in Michigan, will be considered. All candidates should have a strong academic background and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Competitive salary, benefits, and up to $45,000 + in bonus potential.

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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