Employment Law Attorney

Description:

At A Leading Personal Injury Law Firm, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 3,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.
Summary:
A Leading Personal Injury Law Firm is seeking an Attorney to join our growing Employment Law department. The Employment Law Attorney will handle and support a heavy and complex caseload from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial.
Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day handling of cases from pre-litigation to litigation
• Mostly handling the pre-suit side and assisting senior attorneys once the claim files suit
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualification:

• Law degree (J.D. / Juris Doctor) from a fully ABA accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar (MI)
• A plus to have experience on wage and hour claims
• Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit and litigation cases
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals

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