Litigation Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Location: Petoskey, MI

Job Overview: A well-established law firm located in Petoskey, MI, is looking for a skilled and motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing legal team with a focus on civil and general litigation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in litigation, including experience in complex cases, depositions, and legal research.

Duties:

• Handle a wide range of civil and general litigation matters, including auto negligence, premises liability, and insurance liability.
• Conduct depositions and manage discovery requests, including drafting and responding to motions.
• Represent clients in court, including the preparation and argument of motions.
• Perform legal research and draft legal briefs in support of litigation.
• Manage case files and maintain effective communication with clients.
• Analyze and understand medical records and other evidence related to cases.
• Stay updated on Michigan Court Rules, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and Rules of Evidence.

Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in civil and general litigation.
• Strong deposition experience and the ability to manage complex litigation tasks.
• Experience in auto negligence, premises liability or general negligence matters, and general insurance liability.
• Demonstrated expertise in auto negligence, premises liability, and insurance liability cases.
• Experience in drafting and arguing motions.
• Solid understanding of medical records and how they apply in litigation.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing legal briefs.
• Knowledge of Michigan Court Rules and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new legal software and technology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong legal research and analytical abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple cases.
• Flexibility and adaptability to new technologies and work arrangements.

Job Location:

• Petoskey, MI

Company info

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