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Workers Compensation Defense Senior Attorney

Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith PC•Lansing, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

Foster Swift Collins & Smith P.C. is hiring a full-time senior attorney for its Workers’ Compensation Defense Group, based in the Lansing or Southfield office. The role handles workers’ compensation defense cases and involves working collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants. The firm offers hands-on training and support for newly licensed attorneys, and interested candidates may have future opportunities to become shareholders. This is an in-office position with some in-state travel required. Foster Swift describes its work environment as positive, inclusive, collaborative, and team-oriented. Attorneys may support sophisticated civil litigation matters and work with clients throughout Michigan. The firm emphasizes professional development and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

  • Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.
  • Have 1–3 years of experience; newly licensed attorneys are also encouraged to apply.
  • Have excellent written and oral communication skills and enjoy writing.
  • Be highly motivated, energetic, and results-driven.
  • Have excellent organizational skills.
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to outstanding customer service.
  • Have high proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Be able to work in-office and undertake some in-state travel.

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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Voluntary benefit options.
  • Hands-on training and support for newly licensed attorneys.
  • Potential future shareholder opportunities for interested candidates.

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