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10 results for General Counsel in Detroit, MI

Associate General Counsel
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 175000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an accomplished attorney to provide leadership in global compliance, regulatory matters, privacy laws, and environmental initiatives for a multinational organization. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategic legal policies while ensuring adherence to worldwide standards, laws, and internal protocols. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to address complex legal challenges and support the organization’s commitment to ethical practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement global compliance programs, providing guidance on regulatory matters, anti-corruption policies, and international trade compliance.<br>• Manage privacy-related legal requirements under regional and global laws, including advising on cybersecurity issues.<br>• Monitor environmental compliance across international operations, ensuring adherence to sustainability and reporting standards.<br>• Facilitate training initiatives to promote ethical practices and raise awareness of compliance, privacy, and environmental issues.<br>• Collaborate with internal departments and external counsel to address legal risks and achieve organizational goals.<br>• Provide strategic counsel on regulatory and compliance matters to support business operations.<br>• Oversee legal aspects of export controls, sanctions, and other international trade regulations.<br>• Ensure alignment of legal policies with global standards and industry best practices.<br>• Lead efforts to maintain compliance with evolving environmental laws and corporate responsibility requirements.<br>• Review contracts and internal policies to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • 2026-01-22T14:08:41Z
Contracts Attorney
  • Birmingham, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Our client is a corporation seeking an experienced Contracts Attorney to join its legal team. In this role, you'll review, draft, and advise internal business and management teams on a wide range of contracts and agreements. This role is perfect for someone who is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and confident in making complex legal recommendations.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Review various commercial and residential agreements such as master services agreements, amendments to existing customer agreements, RFPs, leases, non-disclosure agreements, subcontractor agreements, and vendor agreements.<br><br>Consistently assess potential risks, benefits, and consequences of decisions, presenting alternatives and proposed solutions to the management team.<br><br>Advise on legal risks and mitigation strategies associated with remediation activities and general services contracts.<br><br>Present formal and informal training sessions to staff about contractual issues, legal risk, and company policies and procedures concerning the legal and contractual requirements.<br><br>Collaborate with various business units, promoting the understanding of contract processes, identifying needs and improvements.<br><br>Support the negotiation process of contracts with customers, suppliers, and partners minimizing potential contract risks.<br><br>Qualifications:<br><br>Law degree from an accredited law school is required.<br><br>Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts.<br><br>Excellent understanding of legal requirements for different types of contracts.<br><br>Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property laws, RFPs, leases, and non-disclosure agreements.<br><br>Experience with construction related contracts is highly desirable.<br><br>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br><br>Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.<br><br>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.<br><br>Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • 2026-01-26T17:08:42Z
Contracts Attorney
  • Birmingham, MI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Contracts Attorney to join our team in Birmingham, Michigan. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and redlining contracts while ensuring compliance with legal standards. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed attorney with expertise in contract law and a strong attention to detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough reviews of contracts to identify areas requiring revisions or redlining.<br>• Draft, edit, and negotiate contract terms to align with legal and organizational standards.<br>• Utilize established playbooks to ensure consistency in contract analysis and redlining processes.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties to resolve contract-related issues.<br>• Ensure contracts meet regulatory and compliance requirements.<br>• Provide strategic advice on contract language and negotiation tactics.<br>• Maintain accurate records of contract reviews and revisions.<br>• Support discovery processes by preparing relevant documentation.<br>• Draft and review motions and briefs as needed.<br>• Stay up-to-date with legal trends and best practices related to contract law.
  • 2026-01-27T16:43:39Z
Real Estate Attorney
  • Southfield, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a prominent law firm seeking an experienced Attorney to join the firm's Real Estate Practice Group.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>-Conducting complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and commercial office lease transactions</p><p>-Delivering creative solutions to clients on various real estate matters, including real estate development, land use, zoning, and environmental issues</p><p>-Assisting clients with due diligence, negotiation, contract drafting and the closing process</p><p>-Advising on property management agreements, commercial leases, and other related agreements</p><p>-Working closely with partners and clients on legal issues related to property titles, environmental law, and other related subjects</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><br></p><p>-A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.</p><p>-Strong academic record, particularly in law and real estate related courses</p><p>-At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney with emphasis on real estate transactional work</p><p>-Significant experience in acquisition, disposition, financing, and commercial office leasing</p><p>-Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.</p><p>-Strong legal research skills.</p><p>-Bar membership in good standing.</p>
  • 2026-01-26T20:13:41Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Southfield, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Exceptional opportunity to join national law practice in unique area of litigation! Our client is a law firm seeking an Attorney with at least two years of experience in commercial or insurance litigation, or related areas. In this position you will take the skills you've learned in one of those areas, including taking depositions and writing and arguing motions, and apply them in a specialized, complex practice area. The firm offers the right Attorney a collegial environment and excellent growth potential.<br><br>This practice involves sophisticated, often catastrophic cases. These cases arise across the country and you would be joining a national practice; the practice frequently presents novel legal issues in various jurisdictions, offering unique intellectual challenges.<br><br>Apply now for immediate consideration!
  • 2026-01-15T19:44:04Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Troy, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a growing law firm seeking a highly motivated and dedicated lawyer to join the firm's dynamic legal team. If you have experience in commercial litigation, employment law, or municipal law and you thrive in an encouraging, team-oriented environment, this opportunity may be an ideal fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Handling a myriad of duties related to litigation, employment, or municipal law.</p><p>Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal documents.</p><p>Providing high-quality legal advice to clients.</p><p>Representing clients in court or before government agencies.</p><p>Remaining up to date with changes and developments in the law.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm offers:</p><p><br></p><p>A supportive and collegial work environment.</p><p>A well-defined pathway for career progression.</p><p>A healthy work-life balance.</p><p>Learning and development opportunities.</p>
  • 2026-01-16T22:18:43Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Troy, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Attorney to join a prestigious law firm in Troy, Michigan. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex litigation cases, including products liability and commercial disputes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling depositions, courtroom proceedings, and managing sophisticated legal matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in complex litigation cases, focusing on products liability and commercial disputes.<br>• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for legal proceedings.<br>• Draft and file legal briefs, motions, and other case-related documentation.<br>• Perform legal research using tools such as LexisNexis to support case strategies.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative solutions for client challenges.<br>• Manage case files using case management software to ensure efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Handle courtroom appearances, presenting arguments and advocating for clients.<br>• Provide counsel to clients on legal matters and case developments.<br>• Review and analyze claims, complaints, and evidence to build strong cases.<br>• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations to maintain expertise in litigation practices.
  • 2026-01-21T21:24:02Z
Legal Assistant
  • Birmingham, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys. This role involves preparing legal documents, managing deadlines, coordinating communications, and maintaining organized systems that ensure smooth workflow within the litigation practice. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing a diverse, high-volume workload while supporting attorneys, legal assistants, and others as needed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal secretarial and administrative support to assigned attorneys</li><li>Prepare letters, memos, pleadings, and other legal documents</li><li>File pleadings electronically or in person with the appropriate courts</li><li>Enter and manage deadlines in the central docketing system</li><li>Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reimbursement forms</li><li>Provide documentation to clients, opposing counsel, and other parties</li><li>Enter conflict information and prepare supporting materials for conflict checks</li><li>Maintain organized filing systems for attorney and client materials</li><li>Answer and manage incoming calls for assigned attorneys</li><li>Enter attorney time entries accurately and promptly</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and staff across practice areas as needed</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-21T21:28:45Z
Attorney/Lawyer
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Our client is a highly regarded Detroit-area law firm seeking an experienced Attorney to support the firm's civil, commercial, and probate litigation practices.<br><br>The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience in litigation, ideally including civil and probate matters, as well as excellent research and writing skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a collegial practice with an excellent reputation and a strong support system in which to build on your experience.
  • 2026-01-23T08:09:24Z
Paralegal
  • Southfield, MI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to join our team in Southfield, Michigan. This role involves providing critical support to attorneys specializing in insurance defense and litigation matters. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in legal drafting, trial preparation, and case management to ensure efficient and accurate legal processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support attorneys in insurance defense and litigation cases by conducting thorough legal research and preparing case materials.<br>• Draft legal documents, including discovery responses, pleadings, and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.<br>• Manage case files and maintain organized records using case management software.<br>• Assist in trial preparation by gathering evidence, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witness schedules.<br>• Monitor deadlines and court requirements to ensure timely filings and adherence to procedural rules.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to develop effective strategies for case resolution.<br>• Conduct discovery processes, including document review and analysis.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to facilitate case progression.<br>• Provide administrative support for litigation proceedings, including scheduling and maintaining calendars.
  • 2026-01-27T21:24:07Z