Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

Overview

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission:
For the People.

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for a Personal Injury Litigation Attorney for our expanding practice of plaintiff's personal injury lawyers and supporting case staff in Southfield, Michigan.

The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability (MVA) / automobile accident cases, including trial prep, depositions leading to trial, complicated settlements, and in-court jury and bench trials, representing plaintiff clients in Southfield, Detroit, and surrounding areas including Wayne and surrounding counties.

Our Personal Injury Litigation lawyers have support from a separate team of pre-suit attorneys and case managers, as well as assistance from seasoned trial partners, as needed. Each litigator will have a large case staff assisting them, including a dedicated paralegal and a dedicated legal assistant.

Our law firm’s generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), as well as a full benefits package including excellent insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents.

• Day-to-day handling of motor vehicle accident cases
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents including pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda of law
• Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
• Interact with expert witnesses including conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attend and prepare for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances on behalf of plaintiffs

• Law degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully ABA accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the Michigan Bar (MI Bar)
• Ideally 2+ years of PI litigation experience (ideally motor vehicle / automobile liability / MVA)
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases and take them to trial
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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Morgan & Morgan offers generous compensation including base salary, guaranteed commissions, uncapped commissions/bonuses, and a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity:
Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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.

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