Litigation Associate

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney with 1–3 years of experience in personal injury and/or civil litigation to join our growing practice. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of cases while continuing to develop litigation and courtroom skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling personal injury matters and be comfortable managing cases through various stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, negotiations, and court appearances.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters, with a focus on personal injury cases (auto accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, etc.)
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, demand packages, and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Manage written discovery, document review, and case file development
• Take and defend depositions, including parties, witnesses, and experts
• Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and case evaluations
• Attend court hearings, status conferences, and motion hearings
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation and exhibit management
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to ensure efficient case progression and client service

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan and in good standing
• 1–3 years of experience in personal injury litigation and/or civil litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery-related documents
• Ability to manage multiple cases xrczosw and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters
• Exposure to insurance defense or bodily injury claims litigation
• Experience conducting or defending depositions
• Familiarity with medical records review, damages analysis, and case valuation
• Experience participating in mediations, settlement negotiations, or trial preparation
• Courtroom experience, including hearings and motion practice