Associate Attorney

NJ CURE•Southfield, MI

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

CURE Auto Insurance is seeking a motivated entry-level Associate Attorney to join its in-house legal team and support Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Coverage litigation. This position offers hands-on litigation and insurance defense experience, mentorship, and a healthy work-life balance. The attorney works with Claims to strategize and manage CURE’s representation in PIP and Coverage matters in Forthright and Superior Court, from case inception through trial or dispositive hearing.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admitted to the Michigan State Bar and in good standing, or pending admission.
Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
Demonstrated interest in litigation and/or insurance law.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow guidance from senior counsel.
Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools, and ability to learn internal systems quickly.

Nice To Haves

Internship or clerkship experience involving litigation, insurance, or regulatory work.

Responsibilities

Work with Claims to strategize, implement, and manage CURE’s representation in PIP and Coverage litigation in Forthright and Superior Court, from inception through trial or dispositive hearing.
Evaluate assigned cases and provide detailed analysis in accordance with staff counsel policies and procedures, including trial and expense control.
Collaborate with the Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement litigation objectives and obtain prompt claim resolution.
Prepare and respond to arbitration demands, pleadings, and discovery.
Prepare and handle arbitration submissions and Rule 35 applications for dismissal in Forthright matters.
Plan, take, and defend Examinations Under Oath (EUOs) and depositions.
Attend Forthright arbitrations, motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and other pre-trial matters.
Draft and argue post-arbitration and post-trial motions and appeals in Forthright and Superior Court.
Negotiate high-level settlement agreements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and health reimbursement arrangement (HRA).
Parental leave opportunities.
Life and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, identity and fraud coverage, accident and illness coverage, and more.
Sign-on bonus.
Relocation package for highly qualified candidates residing outside Michigan.