Employment & Commercial Litigation Attorney

Employment & Commercial Litigation Attorney Orion Placement - 5.0 Troy, MI Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $150,000 a year Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Writing skills Doctor of Law (JD) Bar Full Job Description Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a well-established Michigan law firm with a strong reputation for high-quality legal work, complex matters, and long-term client relationships. Step into a litigation role with meaningful courtroom, deposition, client counseling, and case strategy opportunities. Work on sophisticated employment law and commercial litigation matters, not repetitive low-level defense work. Be part of a collaborative, professional team that values strong writing, judgment, work ethic, and attorney development. Competitive compensation, bonus potential based on profitability, and flexibility for a standout candidate.

Location:

This is an on-site role based in Troy, Michigan. Attorneys should be local to the area and licensed to practice in Michigan.

Note:

Michigan Bar admission, litigation experience, and a background in employment law, commercial litigation, or closely related civil litigation are required. About Us We are a full-service Michigan law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence, client service, and results across a broad range of practice areas. Our attorneys handle sophisticated matters for businesses, individuals, public entities, and organizations throughout Michigan. Confidential Employer. Job Description Handle litigation matters with a focus on employment law, commercial litigation, or both. Represent clients in disputes involving employment claims, civil rights matters, non-compete and trade secret issues, wage and hour claims, business disputes, and related litigation. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents. Conduct legal research and develop thoughtful case strategy. Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in hearings, court appearances, mediations, and trial preparation. Counsel clients on employment law issues, litigation risk, dispute strategy, and practical business solutions. Work directly with experienced attorneys while continuing to build litigation, trial, and client-facing skills. Manage deadlines, case files, discovery, and client communications with professionalism and attention to detail. Qualifications JD from an accredited law school. Active Michigan Bar license in good standing. 3+ years of attorney experience. Litigation experience required, preferably in employment law, commercial litigation, civil rights defense, wage and hour claims, non-compete matters, trade secrets, or business disputes. Deposition experience strongly preferred. Strong interest in appearing in court, learning trial skills, and developing as a hands-on litigator. Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills. Strong professional judgment, problem-solving ability, organization, and work ethic. Must be proactive, resourceful, responsive, and comfortable working in a team-oriented environment. Why You Will Love Working Here You will work on meaningful litigation matters with real opportunity to grow as a courtroom attorney. You will be surrounded by experienced attorneys who value quality work and professional development. You will join a respected Michigan firm with a strong platform, broad practice depth, and established client relationships. You will have the opportunity to build long-term litigation skills, including depositions, court appearances, client counseling, and trial preparation. You will be part of a collaborative, friendly, and professional environment where strong performers can thrive. JPC-987

Pay:

$120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s):

Yes/No:

Do you have litigation experience in employment law or commercial litigation? Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional) This role is on site at the Troy, MI office. 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:

litigation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

MI bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person