Litigation Attorney Partner Level (Midland)

About the role

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a partner-level attorney, or attorney with similar experience, to join its Midland office. The ideal candidate will have 7-15 years of experience handling complex civil litigation matters and be prepared to help lead and grow a busy statewide practice with sophisticated clientele. Employment litigation experience is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys across the firm while providing practical, client-focused counsel.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, from case initiation through trial and appeal
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic analysis on litigation issues
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial
• Mentoring junior litigation associates
• Managing and developing client relationships

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and practically to clients
• Ability to listen to client concerns and provide thoughtful, practical legal advice
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong legal writing, oral advocacy, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Attention to detail and sound judgment
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school
• Licensed or willing to become licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan
• Substantial civil litigation experience at the partner level or a comparable level; employment litigation experience is preferred
• Strong research, legal writing, oral advocacy, persuasive speaking, analytical, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple litigation matters, deadlines, and client needs effectively
• Familiarity with e-discovery tools, case management software, and legal research platforms
• Demonstrated business-development capabilities; a portable book of business is preferred but not required
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with employer contribution or match depending on plan design
• Firm holidays
• Remote work flexibility
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development opportunities

About the firm

By providing discerning and proactive legal advice, Warner Norcross + Judd builds a better partnership with its clients. Warner is a full-service corporate law firm with 230+ attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan: Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb, Midland and Muskegon.

Warner’s cultural motto is “Fun, Pride + Profit...in that Order”. The firm builds A Better Partnership through:

• Teamwork – Warner’s lockstep compensation model encourages teamwork and distinguishes it from competitors. Partner and associate salaries are set based upon seniority, not total hours worked, encouraging client legal projects to be routed to the most knowledgeable person in the firm. This team approach yields better legal representation for clients and lays the foundation for a fun culture without internal financial competition.
• Diversity – An “all in” approach to DEI engages people at all levels to lead and participate on DEI committees and initiatives, ensuring broad support from team members truly invested in leading the charge.
• Careers – A culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyle maintains a 94% attorney retention rate. Attorneys choose Warner as their forever home, with families fully supporting these decisions.
• Community – Time-honored community engagement includes financial contributions to 150+ nonprofits, scholarships, and paid time off for all firm members to engage in meaningful community initiatives.