What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Demorest Law Firm, PLLC?
Job description
We are seeking a litigation associate with 3-5 years litigation experience, specifically business and/or real estate litigation. Our practice is mainly concentrated in circuit courts around Michigan (including business court), U.S. District Court, and state and federal appellate courts. Job duties would include research, writing, preparing pleadings, attending proceedings, discovery, and other litigation-related tasks. Some opportunity for transactional work as well (contract negotiation and drafting, and business and real estate transactions). Candidate is expected to work mainly in the Royal Oak office, with some possibility of remote work. Salary range of $100k-$125k, but salary and benefits are negotiable based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support to clients and assist senior attorneys
- Research and writing; draft pleadings
- Attend court and other proceedings
- Build and maintain client relationships
Qualifications
- JD, with GPA of 3.5 or above preferred
- Litigation experience, preferably business and/or real estate litigation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong legal knowledge
Application Requirements
- Resume
- Law School transcript
- Writing Sample
- References
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000