Insurance Defense Attorney

Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith PC•Southfield, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith P.C. is looking to hire an insurance defense attorney for the Litigation Practice Group to work in our Southfield office. This position is eligible for hybrid work policy after training. Position responsibilities include: Managing files Draft pleadings, motions, and responses and legal correspondence Handle all aspects of discovery including taking depositions as well as drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests to produce Represent clients in in court proceedings, including motion hearings, mediations, settlement conference, trials, and evidentiary hearings Work closely with clients including writing regular status reports and communicating complex information (written and oral) to stakeholders in an accessible way Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals and support staff Foster Swift offers a great work environment, a competitive starting salary, and the potential for annual bonuses. Our excellent benefits package includes affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) Retirement plan as well as a wide selection of voluntary plans to cover our employee’s personal needs. For more than 100 years Foster Swift, has provided outstanding client service and legal excellence. The firm has a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity and a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination. Foster Swift provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or active-duty military status, familial status, height, weight, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable laws. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter and persuasive writing sample of six pages or less to [email protected] for immediate consideration.

Requirements

3+ years litigation experience including drafting pleadings, motion practice, depositions, and case management
JD from an accredited law school
Admitted to State Bar of Michigan and be in good standing
Excellent persuasive writing, legal research, communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent professional judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong work ethic with record of being proactive and resourceful

Responsibilities

Managing files
Draft pleadings, motions, and responses and legal correspondence
Handle all aspects of discovery including taking depositions as well as drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests to produce
Represent clients in in court proceedings, including motion hearings, mediations, settlement conference, trials, and evidentiary hearings
Work closely with clients including writing regular status reports and communicating complex information (written and oral) to stakeholders in an accessible way
Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals and support staff