Employment & Commercial Litigation Attorney

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established Michigan law firm with a strong reputation for high-quality legal work, complex matters, and long-term client relationships.
• Step into a litigation role with meaningful courtroom, deposition, client counseling, and case strategy opportunities.
• Work on sophisticated employment law and commercial litigation matters, not repetitive low-level defense work.
• Be part of a collaborative, professional team that values strong writing, judgment, work ethic, and attorney development.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential based on profitability, and flexibility for a standout candidate.

Location: This is an on-site role based in Troy, Michigan. Attorneys should be local to the area and licensed to practice in Michigan.

Note: Michigan Bar admission, litigation experience, and a background in employment law, commercial litigation, or closely related civil litigation are required.

About Us

We are a full-service Michigan law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence, client service, and results across a broad range of practice areas. Our attorneys handle sophisticated matters for businesses, individuals, public entities, and organizations throughout Michigan. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle litigation matters with a focus on employment law, commercial litigation, or both.
• Represent clients in disputes involving employment claims, civil rights matters, non-compete and trade secret issues, wage and hour claims, business disputes, and related litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop thoughtful case strategy.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in hearings, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Counsel clients on employment law issues, litigation risk, dispute strategy, and practical business solutions.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys while continuing to build litigation, trial, and client-facing skills.
• Manage deadlines, case files, discovery, and client communications with professionalism and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Michigan Bar license in good standing.
• 3 years of attorney experience.
• Litigation experience required, preferably in employment law, commercial litigation, civil rights defense, wage and hour claims, non-compete matters, trade secrets, or business disputes.
• Deposition experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interest in appearing in court, learning trial skills, and developing as a hands-on litigator.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong professional judgment, problem-solving ability, organization, and work ethic.
• Must be proactive, resourceful, responsive, and comfortable working in a team-oriented environment.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will work on meaningful litigation matters with real opportunity to grow as a courtroom attorney.
• You will be surrounded by experienced attorneys who value quality work and professional development.
• You will join a respected Michigan firm with a strong platform, broad practice depth, and established client relationships.
• You will have the opportunity to build long-term litigation skills, including depositions, court appearances, client counseling, and trial preparation.
• You will be part of a collaborative, friendly, and professional environment where strong performers can thrive.

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Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Yes/No: Do you have litigation experience in employment law or commercial litigation?
• Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional)
• This role is on site at the Troy, MI office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N.
• In what city/state do you currently reside?
• What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

• litigation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• MI bar license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000