Civil Litigation Defense Associate Attorney

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your litigation career handling challenging cases with meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys who value collaboration, initiative, and professional growth.
• Gain exposure to complex civil litigation, federal court matters, and healthcare-related legal disputes.
• Develop your litigation skills while taking ownership of cases and contributing to successful client outcomes.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and bonus opportunities.

Location

Troy, MI — On-site. Join our team in a thriving Detroit-area legal market, where you'll collaborate closely with experienced colleagues while building a rewarding litigation career.

Note

Candidates must have an active Michigan Bar license in good standing and at least 1 year of civil litigation defense experience. We welcome motivated associates looking to expand their litigation experience and grow professionally.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're a respected, growing law firm focused on defending healthcare professionals and organizations in complex legal matters. Our attorneys are passionate about delivering exceptional representation while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where talented professionals can thrive.

Job Description

• Represent and defend clients in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective defense strategies.
• Assist with depositions, hearings, court appearances, and trial preparation.
• Manage assigned cases and collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Communicate with clients, evaluate case developments, and contribute to successful outcomes.
• Build valuable litigation experience while taking on increasing responsibility.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan Bar license in good standing.
• 1+ years of civil litigation defense experience.
• Experience with litigation procedures, discovery, pleadings, and motion practice.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, stay organized, and work collaboratively.
• Federal court litigation or complex civil litigation defense experience preferred.
• Healthcare litigation, medical malpractice defense, or federal civil rights defense experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a billable-hours environment.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe in providing our attorneys with the support, opportunities, and meaningful work they need to succeed. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment, opportunities to expand your skills, and the chance to make a real difference for the clients we represent.

JPC - 2864

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: MI bar license, 1+ years of civil litigation defense exp

• Required Years as Associate: 1+
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 
• 1–2 years: $110K–$120K; 
• 3–4 years: $120K–$130K; 
• 5+ years: $130K–$140K.

Submission Email: Kristin, Brandon, Ronald -

kteague@chapmanlawgroup.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Chapman Law Group defends healthcare professionals in complex civil litigation and healthcare-related matters. Hiring a Civil Litigation Defense Associate Attorney in Troy, MI, to handle litigation defense cases, pleadings, discovery, and case strategy. MI Bar and 1+ years civil litigation defense required; federal complex litigation preferred.

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