What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Liability and Class Action Litigation Associate (Bloomfield Hills) position at Dykema?
Managing Member: Adam Fishkind
Practice Group/Leader: Product Liability and Class Action/Brian Smith
Department/Director: Litigation/Michael Cooney
Dykema's Bloomfield Hills office is seeking a talented and motivated associate with at least 5 years of experience to join our esteemed National Discovery team in the Product Liability & Class Action Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in discovery and complex motion practice, preferably in automotive-related litigation or other comparable products liability or class action defense. Key responsibilities include drafting responses to discovery requests, conducting fact and technical investigations, reviewing technical documents, preparing protective orders, and drafting complex discovery-related motions. The candidate should have experience handling large dockets across multiple jurisdictions and possess strong client interaction skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, prioritize client service, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines. Strong writing and oral advocacy skills are essential. Familiarity with federal and state court practice is preferred. Admission to the Michigan Bar is required. We are not accepting recruiter submissions at this time.
Why Dykema?
A clear, attainable path to partnership supported by transparent expectations
Robust mentoring at every stage of your career
Direct access to partners and clients, fostering meaningful professional growth
Competitive and sustainable billing expectations
Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities
Structured professional development programs designed to accelerate your success
A dynamic, inclusive culture where collaboration and innovation thrive
Practice Group/Leader: Product Liability and Class Action/Brian Smith
Department/Director: Litigation/Michael Cooney
Dykema's Bloomfield Hills office is seeking a talented and motivated associate with at least 5 years of experience to join our esteemed National Discovery team in the Product Liability & Class Action Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in discovery and complex motion practice, preferably in automotive-related litigation or other comparable products liability or class action defense. Key responsibilities include drafting responses to discovery requests, conducting fact and technical investigations, reviewing technical documents, preparing protective orders, and drafting complex discovery-related motions. The candidate should have experience handling large dockets across multiple jurisdictions and possess strong client interaction skills. The successful candidate must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, prioritize client service, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines. Strong writing and oral advocacy skills are essential. Familiarity with federal and state court practice is preferred. Admission to the Michigan Bar is required. We are not accepting recruiter submissions at this time.
Why Dykema?
A clear, attainable path to partnership supported by transparent expectations
Robust mentoring at every stage of your career
Direct access to partners and clients, fostering meaningful professional growth
Competitive and sustainable billing expectations
Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities
Structured professional development programs designed to accelerate your success
A dynamic, inclusive culture where collaboration and innovation thrive