Litigation Attorney / Trial Attorney

Build My Great Team•Southfield, MI

2h•$105,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Law Offices of Joumana Kayrouz is seeking a Litigation Attorney / Trial Attorney to handle plaintiff-side auto negligence matters in Michigan. This role is built for attorneys who are self-directed, motivated by results, capable of exercising sound legal judgment, and ready to take ownership of meaningful litigation work. The firm provides substantial case flow, strong operational infrastructure, and leadership support so attorneys can focus on moving cases forward, advocating for clients, and producing strong results. There is no artificial ceiling on compensation. High-performing attorneys have the opportunity to earn at the top of the market, and senior attorneys at the firm earn in the seven-figure range.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing with the Michigan Bar
2+ years of Michigan auto litigation experience required
Plaintiff personal injury litigation experience
Ability to manage a litigation caseload with organization, responsiveness, and follow-through
Strong understanding of pleadings, discovery, depositions, case evaluation, facilitation, and settlement
Sound legal judgment and the ability to evaluate liability, damages, and case strategy
Professional communication skills with clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, and the court
Disciplined, self-directed, and results-oriented work style
Comfort working in a high-performance environment with clear expectations and performance-based compensation

Nice To Haves

Trial experience strongly preferred, including experience preparing cases for trial, managing trial deadlines, coordinating exhibits and witnesses, and providing courtroom support

Responsibilities

Manage plaintiff-side automobile negligence litigation matters from filing through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other litigation documents
Handle discovery, including drafting, responding, reviewing, and resolving discovery issues
Take and defend depositions
Prepare for and participate in case evaluations, facilitations, mediations, settlement conferences, and hearings
Evaluate liability, damages, medical records, case value, and settlement strategy
Work with clients, paralegals, support staff, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
Move cases forward consistently and avoid unnecessary delays or bottlenecks
Prepare cases for settlement, facilitation, trial, or other appropriate resolution
Exercise sound legal judgment while maintaining strong communication with firm leadership and the litigation team