Legal Jobs in None, MI

Trustpoint One is pleased to partner with a leading Michigan law firm in its search for a Labor and Employment Attorney. The Attorney will provide support and assistance to Partners attorneys during all phases of employment related litigation and traditional labor matters. The position has hybrid flexibility in the firm’s Detroit or Troy office.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct thorough and high-quality legal research
• Assist with all areas of discovery including drafting discovery requests, responses to discovery requests, preparation of initial disclosures and witness preparation
• Prepare legal briefs and other pleadings
• Work with Partners to determine documents and information to produce, manner of production, and selection of vendors
• Draft responses to EEOC and MDCR charges
• Handle various aspects of employment related litigation, such as motion hearings, mediations and depositions
• Prepare trial materials
• Attend and assist at pretrial, trial, and post-trial proceedings

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited law school
• Admitted to the Michigan State Bar, or eligible to promptly become admitted
• 3-6 years’ experience in employment related litigation and client counseling
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Good organizational and project management skills
• Experience in managing discovery
• Experience in taking and defending depositions
• Proficient in the use of on-line legal research services and legal resources available on the internet including Westlaw
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Experience in traditional labor matters a plus

All candidates must be able to work on a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

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Qualified Labor and Employment Attorneys should submit a resume in Word format.

The Southwest Detroit Immigrant and Refugee Center provides free and low-cost legal services to underserved communities in the Detroit area. Its mission is to support and advocate for recent immigrants and refugees as they navigate complex legal challenges. By offering crucial assistance, the organization plays a pivotal role in improving the lives of individuals and families in the region. The Center is committed to creating opportunities and fostering a welcoming community for all.

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Detroit, MI, with the flexibility for some remote work. The Staff Attorney will provide direct legal services to clients, including consultations and representation, while also conducting legal research and offering sound legal advice. This position involves handling cases related to immigration and labor and employment law, as well as participating in negotiations and advocating on behalf of clients' rights. The attorney will collaborate with the Center’s team and engage with external stakeholders to further the mission of assisting underserved populations.

• Proficiency in Law with a focus on Immigration Law, Labor Law, and Employment Law
• Strong expertise in providing Legal Advice and performing thorough Research
• Experience and skills in Negotiation and advocacy on behalf of clients
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for casework and collaboration
• Commitment to social justice and serving immigrant and refugee communities
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the State Bar of Michigan
• Proficiency in a foreign language common to the community (e.g., Spanish, Arabic) is a plus

Kitch Attorney & Counselors is a defense-oriented firm that is seeking attorney candidates for our Detroit office with a focus on Commercial Litigation matters with 5-7 years of experience.

Qualifications/ Skills

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Effective at communicating complex information to stakeholders with a wide array of expertise in an accessible way
• Excellent persuasive writing skills
• Credible and discrete, with a high level of integrity and the ability to work with highly confidential and privileged information
• Impeccable written and spoken language skills
• Track record of nourishing and maintaining client and coworker relationships
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strategic thinker who can prioritize and integrate short-term and long-term goals
• Ability to prioritize and meet multiple and competing deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with billing software
• Assist with drafting legal documents, including motions and pleadings
• Assist with the discovery process by answering and issuing written discovery, administering depositions, and examining documents
• Negotiate settlements
• Perform legal research
• Make court appearances as necessary
• Conduct and summarize depositions

Minimum Education Requirements:

• JD degree from an accredited US law school
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan or
• Taken the Michigan Bar examination in the last 6 months and awaiting results

Trustpoint.One is pleased to partner with a boutique appellate law firm in Detroit in their search for an Attorney to join their growing team. This role is ideal for an attorney early in their career who is eager to build deep appellate experience while working closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters in state and federal courts.

Position Overview

The Appellate Attorney supports appellate matters by conducting legal research, drafting briefs and motions, and assisting with appellate strategy. The firm offers strong mentorship, hands-on training, and increasing responsibility as skills develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Review trial court records and transcripts to assist in identifying appellate issues
• Conduct legal research and case law analysis
• Draft sections of appellate briefs, motions, and petitions under supervision
• Cite-check and edit briefs for accuracy and compliance with court rules
• Assist in preparing oral argument materials and participating in moot courts
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with appellate procedural rules
• Collaborate with trial teams and senior appellate attorneys

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with at least one state bar
• 1–3 years of legal experience (appellate experience preferred but not required)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Familiarity with state and/or federal appellate procedures is a plus
• Judicial clerkship experience is beneficial

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written communication and analytical skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Attention to detail and citation accuracy
• Ability to accept feedback and revise work product
• Professionalism and sound judgment
• All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time. Infrequent lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.

Growth & Development

• Increasing responsibility in brief writing and oral argument preparation
• Direct mentorship from experienced appellate attorneys
• Exposure to complex legal issues and appellate strategy

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with experience plus bonus eligibility.

Benefits

• Full medical coverage for employee and dependents
• Participatory dental and vision plans (including family coverage)
• 401k with profit sharing

Work Environment

• On-site five days per week to start
• Free parking
• Flexibility for remote work once established
• Collegial group

Applicants will be expected to provide a writing sample during the interview process.

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• Commercial Litigation (high-stakes business disputes, trials, arbitrations, and appellate work)
• Real Estate (acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, development, and related litigation)
• Corporate Transactions (M&A, private equity, capital markets, securities, and general corporate counseling)

• Significant experience at a reputable law firm, with a proven track record of client origination and development
• Deep expertise in one or more of the targeted practice areas, with the ability to collaborate across firm disciplines (e.g., tax, litigation, corporate)
• Admission to the bar in the relevant office jurisdiction (multiple admissions a plus)
• A client-focused, entrepreneurial mindset aligned with our collaborative and innovative culture

Litigation Attorney (1-3 Years Experience) – Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, P.C.

Location: Livonia, MI (Hybrid)

Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, a growing AV®-rated law firm, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our team.

We are looking for candidates with strong litigation backgrounds — including handling discovery, drafting and arguing motions, and taking depositions. Trial experience and work involving products liability, toxic tort, environmental matters, or cannabis regulatory and business issues is a plus.

Experience should include some or all of the following:

• Managing discovery and document review projects
• Taking witness and expert depositions
• Legal research and brief writing

Qualifications:

• Civil litigation experience
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent research skills (LexisNexis or Westlaw)
• Exceptional writing and communication abilities
• High-level computer proficiency
• Self-starter with the ability to manage cases independently

We offer a hybrid work environment that is collegial and collaborative, along with competitive compensation and benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance (with FSA and HSA options), as well as life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and more.

To apply, please email your résumé, writing samples, and references to

Estate Planning / Litigation Attorney 

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office 

Wheeler Upham, P.C., a long-established and respected law firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a full-time attorney with one or more years of experience to join our practice. This position is well-suited for a motivated attorney with an entrepreneurial mindset who is interested in building and growing a practice within a collaborative small-firm environment. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Assisting clients with estate planning matters 
• Handling probate and other litigation matters 
• Supporting the firm across its additional practice areas 

Qualifications: 

• Experience in estate planning and probate or other litigation required 
• Trial experience is a plus 
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan, or eligibility for admission 
• Strong academic credentials 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 

As a general practice firm, Wheeler Upham offers attorneys the opportunity to develop skills and practice specialties across diverse areas of law. We provide a professional environment that encourages initiative, autonomy, and an excellent work-life balance. 

Candidates must be willing to relocate to Grand Rapids, Michigan, and work in the office full time.  Wheeler Upham is Grand Rapids’ oldest law firm and has been a leader in the local legal community since 1883. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Competitive salary based on experience, with bonus incentives 
• Paid vacation 
• Paid sick leave 
• Participation in a 401(k) plan 
• Medical insurance 

The firm also values employees’ personal development and respects their family, community, religious, and other personal commitments outside the practice of law. 

How to Apply: Resumes and inquiries may be mailed to Glenn L. Smith, Wheeler Upham, P.C., 250 Monroe Avenue NW, Suite 100, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. 

Wheeler Upham, P.C., is an equal opportunity employer. 

Trustpoint has partnered with a respected law firm in its search for an experienced Trademark Legal Assistant to support attorneys in managing domestic and international trademark matters. This role requires the ability to handle multiple projects while working closely with attorneys, clients, and foreign associates on brand protection, trademark prosecution, and docket management. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in trademark processes within a law firm environment.

Candidates located in Lansing, Michigan are strongly preferred but candidates located in Washington, DC; Troy, MI; Detroit, MI; Ohio; Indiana; Tennessee; Florida, New Jersey; and Colorado will be considered. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist with preparation and prosecution of U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, renewals, assignments, office action responses, and related filings
• Support international trademark prosecution through correspondence with foreign associates and trademark offices
• Assist attorneys with TTAB matters including extensions of time to oppose, notices of opposition, and petitions for cancellation
• Prepare reporting letters and correspondence for clients and foreign associates
• Coordinate filings, deadlines, and documentation with foreign associates and track communications for timely follow-up
• Monitor trademark docket and communicate deadlines and updates
• Draft reports, legal documents, and correspondence requiring knowledge of trademark law and legal terminology
• Open, organize, and maintain legal files in accordance with firm policies
• Provide case management and matter tracking support
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track filing and court deadlines

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant trademark experience in a law firm required
• Exceptional written, verbal, organizational, and project management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of trademark law, USPTO rules and procedures, and intellectual property concepts
• Familiarity with legal document preparation, legal terminology, and civil procedure
• Strong proofreading, grammar, and editing abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Professional
• Experience with SurePoint and Concur is a plus
• Familiarity with trademark docketing systems (Anaqua preferred)
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new systems quickly

Salary: Starting at approximately $65,000, commensurate with location and experience.

If you would like to learn more about the Trademark Legal Assistant position available in Lansing, MI, then please submit your resume, in Word format, by clicking the Apply Now button.

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Company Description

Personal Injury boutique Birmingham, MI lawfirm. Excellent working environment.

Role Description

This is an on-site, full-time role for a Legal Secretary based in Birmingham, MI. The Legal Secretary will be responsible for providing administrative support to attorneys, preparing legal documents, managing legal calendars, and maintaining accurate client files. Responsibilities also include handling correspondence, coordinating court filings, scheduling appointments, and performing general clerical duties. The candidate will serve as a vital resource for ensuring the office runs efficiently and professionally in adherence to legal practices.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and expertise in law, with the ability to assist with legal-related tasks including research and understanding legal terminology
• Experience with legal document preparation and familiarity with legal procedures
• Proficiency in clerical skills, such as organizing, filing, and managing office tasks
• Competence in managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and keeping track of deadlines and court dates
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in using legal and office software tools
• A bachelor's degree or relevant certification in a legal-related field is a plus
• Previous experience in a similar role within a law firm or legal environment is advantageous

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant (4+ years) to support a respected law firm in Grosse Pointe, MI. If you’re interested in joining a collaborative team and furthering your legal support career, please submit your résumé for consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides proactive administrative support for Litigation attorneys and paralegals. May assist in other practice areas, as needed.
• Prepares discovery and requests, letters, subpoenas, and other legal correspondence
• Electronic filing of court pleadings in various states and jurisdictions
• Manage paper and electronic files
• Displays strong attention to detail.
• Exhibits outstanding client service orientation in greeting guests, responding to work requests, scheduling meetings, and conducting telephone conferences.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of matters and information.
• Responds to requests with a sense of urgency and effectively prioritizes work.
• Interacts with court personnel, attorneys and staff in a professional manner to obtain and provide data, answer questions, and resolve problems.
• Prepares and reviews letters and memoranda according to Firm standards using word processing and document management systems.
• Proactively monitors deadlines and docket entries.
• Processes requests for payment and reimbursements.
• Assists in managing client contacts, emails, and print documents, as well as processing mail.
• Clearly communicates in a concise, professional manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office programs is required.
• Knowledge of the litigation process and general court operations.
• Ability to read and identify pleadings and other documents related to a litigation matter.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to reason and apply common sense understanding to resolve problems and carry out instructions furnished verbally or in writing.
• Ability to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week.
• Organize a large volume of documents by saving to various document management systems.
• Prepare, edit, format and proofread a variety of documents (correspondence, pleadings, discovery).
• Maintain calendars to track deadlines and status of cases, coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, conference calls, and sends calendar invites and reminders
• Experience in E-filing documents with various courts.

Education and Experience:

• 4+ years’ Litigation legal assisting experience in a law firm or other legal setting.
• Education beyond high school or coursework related to the legal industry preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex documents such as pleadings and other documents related to a litigation matter.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $60K per hour to $70K.

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Full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and reimbursement and retirement programs. Available paid leave may include paid time off, parental and holiday pay.