General Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a General Litigation Associate Attorney in Detroit, MI. The attorney will be responsible for legal research, drafting pleadings, taking and defending depositions, discovery, preparing cases for trial, arguing motions, and assisting with trial. They must be familiar with practice areas including Labor and Employment, Professional Liability, and Commercial and Business Litigation. The ideal candidate will possess a very strong understanding and competency in State and Federal court rules and procedures, exceptional organizational skills to manage a varied caseload, and strong writing skills to effectively communicate with the court, clients, and opposing counsel.Duties:Conduct legal researchDraft pleadings, motions, and discovery documentsTake and defend depositionsPrepare cases for trialArgue motionsAssist with trial preparationRequirements:JD degree from an ABA-accredited law schoolBar admission in the State of Michigan3-7 years of litigation experienceFamiliarity with Labor and Employment, Professional Liability, and Commercial and Business LitigationVery strong understanding and competency of State and Federal court rules and proceduresOrganizational skills to manage a varied caseloadCertifications:Bar admission in the State of Illinois (a plus)Skills:Exceptional organizational skillsAbility to communicate effectively with the court, clients, and opposing counsel

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