Associate Attorney Needed - Growth Opportunity

Sullivan, Ward, Patton, Gleeson & Felty, P.C. is seeking to add an associate attorney to its well-established and growing firm who is a recent graduate with up to 3 years experience to assist and work directly with other associate attorneys and partners on corporate and litigation matters. This associate position entails working in-person and directly with attorneys and support staff and imparts broad responsibilities and exposes the associate to a wide range of legal issues related to a variety of civil litigation matters. Candidates should possess the following skills, qualifications, and attributes:

Qualifications Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm

Exceptional organizational & time-management skills and ability and experience meeting strict deadlines

Superior written and oral communication skills

Highest ethical standards and professional integrity

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as work cohesively with staff, paralegals, partners, and management

Responsibilities Research and drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, legal memoranda, and reviewing & drafting agreements.

Analyzing and forming coherent and logical legal arguments

Attending various hearings, depositions and legal proceedings both in-person and virtually

Communicating with clients regarding legal matters and understanding and attending to client’s perspectives and needs.

Communicating with counsel for opposing parties regarding procedural and substantive legal issues

Maintaining an extensive and diversified caseload

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience

Training & Guidance provided from experienced attorneys and staff

401(k) Benefits with Employer Match

Excellent promotion & growth opportunities in a respected Michigan law firm established in 1951

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