Litigation Associate Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm in Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney who will work collaboratively as part of a team, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate proficiency in legal technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, with the opportunity to engage in complex business, technology, and intellectual property law matters. This position offers a supportive environment, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional development.

Duties:

• Work collaboratively as part of a team, within the firm, and with clients, co-counsel, and experts.
• Act with integrity in all legal proceedings.
• Prepare thoroughly for trial, if necessary, and identify key themes and facts.
• Simplify complex concepts for easy understanding.
• Utilize technology to review, organize, and present facts and information effectively.
• Research legal issues, draft memos, briefs, and pleadings.
• Assist with discovery in litigation matters.
• Attend client meetings, take depositions, and appear in court.
• Optional involvement in other business and intellectual property law practice areas.

Requirements:

• Graduation from a top law school and/or with honors.
• 2+ years (3+ years preferred) of litigation experience at a top-tier law firm.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar or ability to obtain reciprocal admission.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and collegial.
• Client-centered and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent judgment.
• Comfortable with legal technology and ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan or ability to obtain reciprocal admission.

Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and professional demeanor.
• Client-centered and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent judgment.
• Proficiency in legal technology.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Reimbursement allowance for personal mobile devices.
• Firm-provided laptop computer and 34” curved monitor with docking station.
• Eligibility for the Firm’s bonus program.
• Free and easy parking.
• Full-service office building amenities including coffee bar, sushi bar, dry cleaning, and self-service food options onsite.
• Fun, relaxed, and collegial work environment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306