Corporate Litigation Senior Attorney

A law firm is seeking a standout candidate with at least 6 years of commercial litigation experience to join a growing team in Southwest Michigan.

• MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:*
• Prepare for and represent clients in litigation proceedings, including trials, hearings, discovery, motion practice, etc.
• Construct and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions and interact with expert witnesses.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys within the firm.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and mentoring to attorneys with less litigation experience, including reviewing work product and supporting their professional development.
• Maintain responsive communication with other Firm attorneys and clients regarding case developments.
• Provide legal counsel and develop case strategies tailored to clients’ unique needs.
• SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to provide client service befitting Butzel standards of excellence and hospitality.
• Oversee case files and manage deadlines efficiently using legal practice management systems.
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING:*
• Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
• Must have at least 6 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Admitted to practicing law in the state of Michigan.
• Have experience within the practice area of commercial litigation.
• Supervisory and mentoring experience a plus.

Pay: From $200,000.