Associate

Senior Litigation Associate (Detroit)

  • LocationDetroit, Michigan
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience6+ PQE
  • Compensation$220k
  • PracticeLitigation

An Am Law 100 firm

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An established law firm is seeking an experienced senior litigation associate to join its Detroit office. The role sits within a commercial litigation practice and offers substantial responsibility in complex, high-stakes matters.

The position involves drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, conducting depositions, and appearing in court to argue motions. The successful candidate will also take a leading or secondary role in trials and arbitration hearings, and will help develop, research, and execute overall case strategy.

The firm offers competitive compensation starting at $220,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k), paid time off and holidays, and bonus potential. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

  • At least 6 years of complex litigation experience
  • Experience drafting pleadings and dispositive motions
  • Courtroom experience, including arguing motions
  • Experience handling depositions
  • First- or second-chair trial and arbitration hearing experience
  • Ability to develop, research, and execute overall case strategy
  • Excellent academic and professional credentials
  • Superior research and persuasive writing ability
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

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