Employment Litigation Associate Attorney Job at LJW Recruitment Solutions, Southfield, MI

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  • LJW Recruitment Solutions
  • Southfield, MI

Job Description

Employment Litigation Associate – Detroit, MI

Location: Detroit, MI
Experience Level: 2+ years
Practice Area: Employment Litigation
Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 + performance-based bonus

Position Overview

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm with more than 1,000 attorneys across major U.S. markets is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate to join its Detroit office. The firm is consistently ranked in the First Tier nationally for Labor & Employment Litigation and Management-side Employment & Labor Law.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of litigation experience, preferably with an employment law focus, along with strong advocacy skills and the ability to manage a dynamic caseload. This position provides significant exposure to complex employment matters and direct client interaction within a high-performing national practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Defend and litigate employment-related lawsuits and agency charges of discrimination
  • Represent employers in court, arbitrations, mediations, and administrative proceedings
  • Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete litigation
  • Assist with class and collective actions as needed
  • Advise and counsel employers on federal and Michigan employment laws
  • Provide training to employers on workplace compliance, risk management, and employee relations best practices
  • Conduct legal research, drafting, and case analysis across assigned matters

Required Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
  • 2+ years of litigation experience; employment law background strongly preferred
  • Michigan Bar admission in good standing
  • Strong understanding of federal and state agency procedures
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to excellence
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational, time management, and project management abilities
  • Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork

Ideal Candidate Attributes

  • Experience supporting or handling employment litigation matters
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
  • Collaborative team player with initiative and sound judgment

What They Offer

  • Competitive compensation and bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing training
  • A collaborative, supportive, and nationally integrated practice
  • Exposure to sophisticated employment litigation within a premier national firm

This role is an excellent opportunity for a developing litigator to grow their employment law practice within a top-tier national labor and employment firm.

For more information, please contact matthew@ljwsolutions.com

INDUS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

  • employment litigation: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • MI 48075, United States (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in MI 48075, United States

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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