[HYBRID] Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation
Location: Birmingham, MI (WFH Flex after onboarding, 1-2 days/week)
Salary: $150,000-$250,000 + Performance Incentives
Benefits: Medical (covered by employer at 100% for individual), 401k, PTO, Holidays
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Billable hours: 1800
Relocation assistance is available

[HYBRID] Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation – Description

Our client is looking for an Associate Attorney to join their firm in Birmingham, MI. They are a boutique firm that specializes in a variety of commercial litigation cases. Although they are a smaller firm, they go up against the biggest players in town so you will have exposure to a variety of cases with opportunities to go to trial. They are looking for an excellent writer who has significant motion experience and a background in commercial litigation. If you are grinding at a bigger firm looking for more of an opportunity to soar on your own or want to surround yourself in a more collaborative, less adversarial environment filled with true collaboration, this is your chance to have a more purposeful, rewarding career in law. You will benefit from a strong culture amongst the Partners and an atmosphere where everyone truly looks out for one another. 

[HYBRID] Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation Responsibilities

•    Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategies
•    Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other necessary legal documents
•    Prepare discovery and oversee discovery answers with clients 
•    Conduct legal research and trial preparation 
•    Participate in court appearances and depositions 
•    Provide guidance, direction, and communication to support staff 
•    Communicate with clients and provide status reports 
•    Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills
•    Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects 

[HYBRID] Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation Qualifications

•    Juris Doctor required 
•    Strong background with commercial litigation experience required 
•    Experienced writing motions for summary required 
•    Offer contingent on admission into the Michigan State Bar via reciprocity

Important Note: This role offers WFH flexibility after onboarding and assimilating into their environment. Depending on experience, onboarding can take 6-9 months. After you’ve assimilated, you could have hybrid flexibility and work 1-2 days from your home office.