Workers Compensation Defense Associate Attorney

Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC • Southfield, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Foster Swift Collins & Smith P.C. is hiring a full-time associate attorney for its Workers’ Compensation Defense Group in the Southfield office. The attorney will handle all aspects of workers’ compensation cases, work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, and regularly appear before workers’ compensation magistrates, conduct depositions, and participate in trials. The role also involves maintaining client communication and providing status reports, as well as communicating professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.

Newly licensed attorneys are encouraged to apply. The firm provides hands-on training and support to help new attorneys master the Michigan Workers’ Compensation system. The position offers the opportunity to work with experienced legal professionals in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and to support sophisticated civil litigation matters while building professional skills and a career. Foster Swift describes its workplace as positive and inclusive and is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

• Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.
• Have 1–3 years of experience.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills; candidates must enjoy writing.
• Be highly motivated, energetic, and results-driven.
• Have excellent organizational skills.
• Have strong attention to detail and a commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Have high proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of workers’ compensation cases.
• Analyze legal and factual issues and conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure effective claim handling.
• Regularly appear before workers’ compensation magistrates and conduct depositions and trials.
• Maintain prompt communication with clients and provide status reports.
• Communicate professionally and diplomatically with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed