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Civil Litigation Defense Attorney
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What they do
A Litigation Lawyer, also known as a litigator or trial lawyer, represent plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal processes.
$137,422 / year median in the U.S.
+12% projected growth
Job Description
•:first-child]:mt-0 [&_>•:last-child]:mb-0" data-renderer="lm"> Civil Litigation Defense Attorney - Fully Remote (Michigan No‑Fault / Insurance Defense) I am partnering with a well-regarded civil litigation firm that is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Attorney for a fully remote position. This is an excellent opportunity for a defense-side litigator who wants meaningful file ownership, sophisticated work, and true flexibility while remaining anchored to a reputable, trial-tested team. The firm is looking for an attorney with experience in civil litigation defense, with a strong preference for backgrounds in commercial/trucking and transportation matters, insurance defense (including first- and third-party no‑fault/PIP), subrogation, general negligence, and/or personal injury defense. The salary for this role will be market-competitive and commensurate with experience, with generous performance-based bonuses.
Farley@gogpac.com or give him a call at (605) 403-5177. All communication is strictly confidential.
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pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Solid civil litigation defense experience in one or more of the following: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Commercial/trucking and transportation matters (auto, motor carrier, and related no‑fault issues) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Insurance defense, including first‑party PIP / Michigan no‑fault and third‑party auto liability p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Subrogation and recovery actions arising out of auto/no‑fault and other covered losses p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> General negligence and personal injury defense (auto, premises, and related tort matters) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Experience managing files from initial pleadings through discovery, motion practice, and resolution (trial experience is a plus but not required) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Strong written advocacy skills (motions, briefs, discovery responses) and confident oral communication for hearings and depositions p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while remaining responsive to clients, colleagues, and deadlines p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Licensed in Michigan (MI) and in good standing What You'll Get p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy over your day-to-day schedule p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Competitive compensation commensurate with experience p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Opportunity to handle substantive defense work with real responsibility and direct client/carrier contact p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Support from an experienced litigation team and resources that allow you to focus on high-value legal work rather than administrative tasks p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> A long-term platform with a firm that values professionalism, collaboration, and work-life balance If you are qualified and interested in this role, please reach out to Brian Farley at Brian.Farley@gogpac.com or give him a call at (605) 403-5177. All communication is strictly confidential.