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9 results for General Counsel in Detroit, MI

In House Counsel

Troy, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced In-House Counsel to join a global company. The attorney in this role will provide expert legal guidance on labor and employment matters, compliance programs, and corporate policies. This role requires a strategic thinker who can advise on complex legal issues, support human resources, and contribute to the organization’s compliance and ethics initiatives. Responsibilities:• Offer strategic and timely legal advice on labor and employment matters to management and human resources.• Provide counsel on collective bargaining processes and labor agreement administration.• Handle discrimination and harassment claims, including responses to agency charges.• Ensure compliance with labor and employment laws, including anti-discrimination, wage and hour regulations, and equal employment opportunity requirements.• Develop and deliver training for managers and HR professionals on labor law and compliance best practices.• Draft and review legal documents such as employment agreements, non-compete clauses, and other contracts.• Support the implementation and management of the company’s global compliance and ethics program.• Create, update, and enforce corporate policies and procedures to align with legal standards.• Lead internal investigations, maintain documentation, and ensure timely resolution of compliance issues.• Manage costs associated with external legal services and employment litigation to ensure efficiency
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Troy, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy law firm in Troy, Michigan. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can manage document preparation, court filings, and administrative coordination with a high degree of accuracy. The role requires strong knowledge of litigation support practices, sound judgment when handling confidential information, and the ability to keep multiple priorities organized. Responsibilities: • Draft, format, and finalize legal materials such as pleadings, notices, summonses, and related court documents with close attention to detail. • Prepare routine written communications and ensure correspondence is completed accurately and distributed in a timely manner. • Submit filings to state and federal courts while following applicable rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements. • Track service activity and maintain organized records to support timely follow-up with process servers and other external parties. • Review legal paperwork for grammar, formatting, consistency, and completeness before submission or distribution. • Coordinate administrative support activities including copying, mail handling, file maintenance, and document organization. • Use legal terminology appropriately in daily work while supporting litigation-related tasks and court proceeding preparation. • Manage competing deadlines, calendars, and workflow priorities while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive client and case information.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Attorney to support a busy litigation practice in Michigan. This role is suited for a self-directed legal specialist who can manage active matters, conduct thorough legal analysis, and prepare persuasive written work for a variety of disputes. The position offers the opportunity to handle cases involving civil litigation matters while working closely with clients and contributing to case strategy. Responsibilities:• Manage litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution, maintaining ownership of strategy, deadlines, and day-to-day case progress.• Conduct legal research and translate findings into well-supported motions, briefs, pleadings, and other court filings.• Prepare for and take depositions, including witness examination, document review, and follow-up analysis to support case development.• Handle discovery activities by drafting responses, reviewing produced materials, and identifying key facts relevant to liability and damages.• Represent clients in hearings, motion arguments, and other courtroom proceedings with clear and effective oral advocacy.• Evaluate claims involving commercial disputes, premises liability, transportation matters, negligence, property damage, construction issues, and personal injury allegations.• Review medical documentation and other evidentiary materials to assess case value, causation, and litigation risk.• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to move matters forward efficiently and effectively
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Livonia, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Appellate Attorney to join a thriving law firm in Michigan. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in appellate work while contributing to a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing abilities and a minimum of three years of experience in civil litigation. Responsibilities:• Draft and review legal briefs, motions, and other documents related to appellate cases.• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and arguments.• Prepare for and participate in appellate proceedings, ensuring adherence to procedural requirements.• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective case strategies and legal arguments.• Stay informed about changes in laws and regulations that may impact ongoing or future cases.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Southfield, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 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. 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. Apply now for immediate consideration!
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Farmington Hills, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This role involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys, managing legal documentation, and ensuring smooth scheduling and e-filing processes. If you have experience in civil litigation, a strong understanding of legal procedures, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Prepare, file, and manage legal documents, including e-filing and court submissions. • Coordinate and maintain attorneys’ schedules, ensuring all deadlines and appointments are met. • Assist with civil litigation tasks, including drafting correspondence and legal documentation. • Act as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and court personnel to facilitate communication. • Ensure all court filings are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. • Support attorneys with administrative tasks, such as organizing case files and maintaining records. • Monitor and update calendars with key dates, hearings, and deadlines. • Handle scheduling of meetings, hearings, and depositions. • Conduct research to support case preparation and legal proceedings. • Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Southfield, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a prominent family law practice in Southfield, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling sensitive legal materials, coordinating court-related filings, and keeping case information organized in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will provide reliable administrative and practice support to attorneys and paralegals while maintaining accuracy, discretion, and strong communication throughout daily operations. Responsibilities:• Review, revise, and finalize confidential legal documents with careful attention to accuracy, formatting, and inconsistencies that require follow-up.• Prepare and submit paper and electronic court filings in a timely manner while helping ensure compliance with applicable filing procedures.• Support attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day legal administrative needs and assist with workflows that keep matters moving efficiently.• Organize, maintain, and index electronic case records, including managing substantial volumes of documentation across active matters.• Handle payment-related requests and reimbursement processing, and monitor items through completion.• Communicate with clarity when interacting with legal team members, court contacts, and other parties as needed.• Safeguard sensitive information by applying sound judgment and maintaining strict confidentiality in all work activities.• Complete independent administrative assignments such as editing and releasing time entries, coordinating CLE tracking and reporting, and following through on related support tasks.• Balance competing deadlines and shifting priorities while remaining flexible and dependable in a busy legal setting.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Construction Law Attorney

Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Construction Litigation Attorney to join a respected law firm in southeast Michigan. This opportunity offers involvement in complex, high-value disputes and close collaboration with experienced litigators in a collegial setting. The position centers on construction-related litigation while also providing exposure to commercial disputes, liability matters involving design professionals, and insurance-related cases. This role is well suited for an attorney who combines strong advocacy skills with a practical, client-focused approach. Responsibilities:• Lead litigation matters through each stage of the case, including initial filings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and case resolution.• Prepare clear, persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal documents supported by thorough statutory, regulatory, and case law research.• Develop case strategies in partnership with colleagues across related practice areas to address client goals effectively and efficiently.• Represent clients in construction disputes as well as related commercial, insurance, and liability matters.• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing thoughtful guidance, status updates, and practical recommendations throughout the litigation process.• Contribute to the expansion of the practice by supporting client development efforts and strengthening long-term relationships.• Use legal technology and software tools effectively to manage case materials, deadlines, research, and workflow organization.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Contracts Attorney

Birmingham, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 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. Key Responsibilities: 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. Consistently assess potential risks, benefits, and consequences of decisions, presenting alternatives and proposed solutions to the management team. Advise on legal risks and mitigation strategies associated with remediation activities and general services contracts. Present formal and informal training sessions to staff about contractual issues, legal risk, and company policies and procedures concerning the legal and contractual requirements. Collaborate with various business units, promoting the understanding of contract processes, identifying needs and improvements. Support the negotiation process of contracts with customers, suppliers, and partners minimizing potential contract risks. Qualifications: Law degree from an accredited law school is required. Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts. Excellent understanding of legal requirements for different types of contracts. Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property laws, RFPs, leases, and non-disclosure agreements. Experience with construction related contracts is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong organizational and project management skills.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z