Employment Counseling and Litigation Partners - Michigan

About the role

The firm is seeking experienced attorneys to join as Partners in its Litigation group. This is an opportunity to step into partnership with meaningful autonomy, flexibility, and long-term growth potential—without the structural constraints of traditional large-firm models. Partners at the firm practice at a high level, serve sophisticated clients, and collaborate with peers across the country, while maintaining control over how and where they work.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, policies, investigations, and risk management strategies
• Represent clients in employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, noncompete, and wrongful termination matters
• Draft and negotiate employment-related agreements and oversee complex case management from pre-litigation through resolution
• Prioritize experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)
• Avoid Employment Practices Liability (EPL) and insurance defense experience strongly preferred

Requirements

The firm welcomes attorneys from AmLaw firms, respected regional firms, boutiques, in-house roles, and government positions who are ready for partnership and value autonomy. The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Qualifications

Qualifications

• Advise employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, policies, investigations, and risk management strategies
• Represent clients in employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, noncompete, and wrongful termination matters
• Draft and negotiate employment-related agreements and oversee complex case management from pre-litigation through resolution
• Prioritize experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)
• Avoid Employment Practices Liability (EPL) and insurance defense experience strongly preferred

Skills

The firm values attorneys who can advise employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, policies, investigations, and risk management strategies, represent clients in employment litigation, draft and negotiate employment-related agreements, and oversee complex case management from pre-litigation through resolution.

Benefits

Benefits Partners may elect from tiered benefit options made available by the firm. Available offerings vary by tier and location and may include access to group insurance programs, retirement savings options, professional liability coverage, and firm-provided operational and administrative support.

Pay

Good-fair estimated annual compensation range: $150,000 to $2,500,000+, depending on individual performance and practice economics.

Schedule

Location Flexibility While the firm operates on a national platform, attorneys must be able to appear in court or before agencies in their licensed jurisdictions when required.