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Associate Attorney - Civil Rights & Municipal Defense | $85,000 | Downtown Royal Oak
Make an Impact While Building Your Career - Meaningful Work, Mentorship & Work-Life Balance
Join our thriving civil defense practice in Royal Oak where you'll defend municipalities, law enforcement, and businesses across Michigan. As a key member of our litigation team, you'll gain immediate hands-on experience in both state and federal courts while helping shape important areas of law.
What Sets Us Apart:
- Competitive starting salary of $85,000 for new attorneys, higher for experienced candidates
- Direct client interaction and court appearances from day one
- Manageable caseload of 10-15 cases
- Structured mentorship program
- Downtown Royal Oak location with covered parking
- Comprehensive benefits including bar dues, matched 401(k), health/life/disability insurance
Your Role: You'll handle challenging civil rights, police procedure, and premises liability cases while working directly with clients and appearing in court. We provide thorough training and support through documented processes and systems, ensuring you can focus on producing excellent work.
Ideal Background:
- JD and Michigan bar admission (or pending)
- Strong research and writing abilities
- Interest in civil rights defense and municipal defense
- New graduates welcome
Culture & Environment: We foster a positive, collaborative atmosphere where attorneys can thrive professionally while maintaining work-life balance. Our team values open-mindedness, intellectual curiosity, and celebrating wins together.
Salary : $85,000 - $120,000
