Associate Attorney

Trueline’s client, a nationally respected litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Detroit-area team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of high-stakes matters—including automobile negligence, transportation claims, and premises liability—while benefiting from a collegial, supportive environment and meaningful mentorship from experienced trial attorneys.

• Manage your own litigation caseload from start to finish, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and court appearances

• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to deliver exceptional legal outcomes

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other litigation documents

• Interact with clients, experts, and opposing counsel throughout all stages of the case

• Participate in mediations, hearings, and trials

• Contribute to a hybrid work model with flexibility for both remote and in-office collaboration

• Active license to practice law in Michigan

• At least 2 years of litigation experience, particularly in first- and third-party automobile negligence (including PIP and no-fault claims)

• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to independently manage multiple deadlines and complex case files

• A proactive mindset with a commitment to high-quality work

• Collaborative approach with strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience with federal court procedures

• Exposure to alternative dispute resolution forums

• Background in transportation or trucking litigation

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential

• Hybrid work flexibility

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Paid parental leave and generous PTO

• Professional development support and referral incentives

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to apply only when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point in the job description, we encourage you to apply.