Civil Litigation Attorney

Civil Litigation Attorney in

Troy Job Ref:

3127118945

Employer:

Network Company Name:

Secrest Wardle

Industry:

Legal

Job Type:

Full Time

State:

Michigan

City:

Troy

Zip Code:

48083

Post Date:

06/26/2026 Job Description Job Description Litigation Attorney (5-9 Years Experience) Run your own cases-with autonomy, support, and a steady pipeline of work. Secrest Wardle, a Michigan-based firm with over 100 years of history and recognized in 2026 among Best Law Firms (as ranked by Best Lawyers ), is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our practice. This role is designed for attorneys who are comfortable managing files independently while working within a collaborative team of experienced trial lawyers. You'll take ownership of an active caseload while having access to guidance when it matters. What You'll Do Manage a full caseload from intake through resolution, including trial preparation where applicable Develop and execute litigation strategy across a variety of defense matters in diverse practice areas Draft and argue substantive motions Take and defend depositions independently Handle court appearances, mediations, and negotiations Evaluate risk, exposure, and case value Communicate directly with clients, adjusters, and opposing counsel What This Role Requires 5-9 years of litigation experience Background in insurance defense strongly preferred Ability to independently manage files in a deadline-driven environment Strong knowledge of civil procedure and litigation strategy Experience with Michigan No-Fault/PIP is a plus Familiarity with billing practices and file management What You Won't Find Here Micromanagement or unnecessary layers of approval Being limited to a narrow slice of work Waiting years for meaningful responsibility What You Will Find A consistent flow of litigation work Autonomy in managing your files, with support when you need it Experienced trial attorneys available for collaboration Strong support staff to keep you focused on legal work A practical, team-oriented environment Hybrid flexibility after onboarding A Troy office in a highly accessible, amenity-rich area Why Join Secrest Wardle? We offer the stability of a long-established firm, the credibility of national recognition, and the day-to-day environment attorneys are actually looking for: autonomy, support, and the ability to move cases forward efficiently. If you're looking to join a supportive, collaborative environment where you can take real ownership of your files without sacrificing support, we'd love to talk with you. Apply today - we move quickly with qualified candidates. Company Description From our humble beginnings as the law office of a single practitioner over one hundred years ago, Secrest Wardle has grown into one of Michigan's largest and most successful law firms. This growth can be attributed to many factors, but it all comes down to one word: commitment. Company Description From our humble beginnings as the law office of a single practitioner over one hundred years ago, Secrest Wardle has grown into one of Michigan's largest and most successful law firms. This growth can be attributed to many factors, but it all comes down to one word: commitment.