Overview
Insurance Defense Attorney (General Liability & Negligence Litigation) Jobs in Farmington Hills, MI at Orion Placement
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a highly respected and rapidly growing litigation team handling sophisticated insurance defense and negligence matters.
- Work on complex, high-value cases with strong mentorship and meaningful courtroom experience.
- Enjoy a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.
- Hybrid work environment offering flexibility while remaining connected to an experienced legal team.
- Opportunity to build long-term client relationships with leading insurers and businesses.
- 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 3 years of insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience.
About Us
We are a growing, highly respected litigation firm known for delivering creative legal solutions on complex matters while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. Our attorneys enjoy sophisticated work, strong professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact for our clients. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a caseload of insurance defense and negligence litigation matters from inception through resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct depositions, discovery, legal research, and case strategy development.
- Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
- Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop effective litigation strategies.
- Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
- Maintain strong client communication while delivering exceptional legal service.
Qualifications
- Active Michigan Bar license.
- 3+ years of insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience.
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Experience handling depositions, motion practice, and court appearances.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- Ability to independently manage litigation files while collaborating with a team.
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.
JPC-1648
Pay: $110,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 years of insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience?
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is hybrid at the Farmington Hills, MI, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- insurance defense litigation: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- MI bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Title: Insurance Defense Attorney (General Liability & Negligence Litigation)
Company: Orion Placement
Location: Farmington Hills, MI
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