Insurance Defense Attorney – Negligence & General Liability

Orion Placement
  • Farmington Hills, Michigan
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

    Why This Is a Great Opportunity

    • Join a highly respected and rapidly growing litigation team handling sophisticated civil litigation matters.
    • Gain hands-on experience with complex cases while working alongside experienced trial attorneys.
    • Enjoy a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.
    • Hybrid work environment offering flexibility while remaining connected with an experienced legal team.
    • Opportunity to build long-term client relationships with insurers, businesses, and organizations across a variety of industries.
    • Competitive compensation with bonus potential and excellent benefits.

    Location: Hybrid opportunity based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, offering the flexibility to balance in-office collaboration with remote work.

    Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Michigan and have at least 1 year of experience practicing as an attorney. Prior insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience is preferred but not required.

    Job Description

    • Handle a variety of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution with guidance from experienced attorneys as needed.
    • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
    • Conduct legal research, written discovery, depositions, and case preparation.
    • Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and court proceedings.
    • Develop litigation strategies while collaborating with attorneys and clients.
    • Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
    • Build strong client relationships by delivering responsive, high-quality legal service.

    Qualifications

    • Active Michigan Bar license.
    • 1+ year of experience practicing as an attorney.
    • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
    • Experience with civil litigation is helpful.
    • Insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience is preferred.

    Why You Will Love Working Here

    You'll join a team that values excellence, innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We invest in our attorneys, encourage entrepreneurial thinking, provide exposure to sophisticated litigation, and foster a culture where talented lawyers can build rewarding long-term careers.

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    Benefits:

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

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFarmington Hills, Michigan

    Skills

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