What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Litigation Attorney position at Kaufman Dolowich LLP?
Civil Litigation Attorney
The Bloomfield Hills, MI office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing civil defense litigation team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on sophisticated employment litigation and commercial litigation matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Our attorneys receive meaningful hands-on experience, direct client interaction, and strong mentorship while representing professionals, businesses, and insurers in complex litigation matters.
The ideal candidate will have between 3 to 5 years of civil defense litigation experience. This position provides the opportunity to work on a broad range of matters.
Responsibilities
- Handle all phases of commercial litigation and labor & employment litigation cases from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, breach of contracts, and other litigation-related documents
- Conduct legal research, assist with litigation strategy, and case analysis
- Manage discovery, prepare for, and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
- Communicate directly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and witnesses while providing regular case updates and strategic guidance
- Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
- Provide proactive case management and client reporting
Qualifications
- Admission to practice in Michigan required
- 3 to 5 years of commercial litigation and/or labor & employment litigation experience
- Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
- Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills
Preferred Experience
- Insurance defense litigation
- Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
- Experience managing matters independently
Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and supportSignificant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
- Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
- Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience