Legal Jobs in Grosse Pointe, Michigan

Job Title: LEGAL SECRETARY Company: Confidential Location: Eastpointe, MI Description: LEGAL SECRETARY Work comp. experience preferred. Fax resume: Register to View .

Job Title: Trial Attorney Job Company: Hanover Insurance Location: Detroit, MI Description: Trial Attorney Job Trial AttorneyJob ID #: 1271 Location: Lansing, MIFunctional Area: Legal SBU: 85100 - Risk Management ClaimsPosition Type: Full - Time Education Required: Juris DoctorExperience Required: 3 - 5 Years Relocation Provided: NoJob DescriptionCitizens Insurance, of The Hanover Insurance Group, seeks a Trial Attorney to join its staff counsel office in Lansing, Michigan.Position overview:This position requires an attorney to independently handle a full caseload of automobile negligence, premises liability and No Fault cases throughout Michigan. The ideal candidate will possess an ability to conduct all forms of written and oral discovery, prepare persuasive pleadings and present oral arguments at alternative dispute resolution hearings, trial court proceedings and appellate arguments. Candidates must be capable of planning and executing a successful litigation strategy in a fast paced environment. First chair jury trial experience is essential.Desired skills and experience:- Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Outlook, LexisNexis, and litigation management software.- Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters and other claims professionals and support staff.Position RequirementsEssential Skills and Experience:- 4+ years experience in civil litigation experience preferred.- Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR and an ability to maintain confidentiality.- Admitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law in the jurisdictions where assigned.Benefits To Joining The Hanover Team:- Competitive Pay and Benefits- Retirement/401(k) Program- Beneficiary and Ability Assist Programs- Travel Assistance Program- Adoption Benefit- Wellness Programs- Matching Education Gifts Plan- Employee Development/Education Assistance and- Professional/Industry Designation Programs- Generous "Time Off With Pay"The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG), based in Worcester, Mass., is the holding company for a group of insurers that includes The Hanover Insurance Company, also based in Worcester; Citizens Insurance Company of America, headquartered in Howell, Mich., and their affiliates. The Hanover offers a wide range of property and casualty products and services to individuals, families and businesses through an extensive network of independent agents, and has been meeting its obligations to its agent partners and their customers for more than 150 years. Taken as a group, The Hanover ranks among the top 40 property and casualty insurers in the United States.

Job Title: Lead Trial Attorney Job Company: Hanover Insurance Location: Detroit, MI Description: Lead Trial Attorney Job Lead Trial AttorneyJob ID #: 1368 Location: Detroit, MIFunctional Area: Claims SBU: 85100 - Risk Management ClaimsPosition Type: Full - Time Education Required: Juris DoctorExperience Required: 7 - 10 Years Relocation Provided: NoJob DescriptionCitizens Insurance, of The Hanover Insurance Group, seeks a Lead Trial Attorney to join its staff counsel office in Southfield, Michigan.Position overview:This position requires an attorney to independently handle a full caseload of automobile negligence, premises liability and No Fault cases throughout Michigan. The ideal candidate will possess an ability to conduct all forms of written and oral discovery, prepare persuasive pleadings and present oral arguments at alternative dispute resolution hearings, trial court proceedings and appellate arguments. Candidates must be capable of planning and executing a successful litigation strategy in a fast paced environment. First chair jury trial experience is essential.Desired skills and experience:- Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Outlook,- LexisNexis, and litigation management software.- Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters and other claims professionals and support staff.Position RequirementsEssential Skills and Experience:- 10+ years experience in civil litigation experience preferred.- Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR and an ability to maintain confidentiality.- Admitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law in the jurisdictions where assigned.Benefits To Joining The Hanover Team:- Competitive Pay and Benefits- Retirement/401(k) Program- Beneficiary and Ability Assist Programs- Travel Assistance Program- Adoption Benefit- Wellness Programs- Matching Education Gifts Plan- Employee Development/Education Assistance and Professional/Industry Designation Programs- Generous "Time Off With Pay"The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG), based in Worcester, Mass., is the holding company for a group of insurers that includes The Hanover Insurance Company, also based in Worcester; Citizens Insurance Company of America, headquartered in Howell, Mich., and their affiliates. The Hanover offers a wide range of property and casualty products and services to individuals, families and businesses through an extensive network of independent agents, and has been meeting its obligations to its agent partners and their customers for more than 150 years. Taken as a group, The Hanover ranks among the top 40 property and casualty insurers in the United States.

Job Title: Paralegal Company: Learning Care Group, Inc. Location: Detroit, MI Description: Do you have your paralegal certificate? Have you been working in the field as a paralegal for the at least the last five years? We are the second largest for-profit early childhood education company, headquartered in Novi, MI. We are seeking a paralegal that will act as support for our General Counsel and Staff Attorneys on site at our corporate office. You will assist in litigation management, initial drafting of legal documentation and contracts, proofreading and legal research. Also, this position will be responsible for directing law department activity, including delivering subpoenas, tracking urgent issues and maintaining administrative support activities. Responsibilities: Assisting in litigation management Intake of urgent issues/student accidents and maintaining database of these matters Initial drafting of legal documentation and contracts for review by Counsel Review of administrative complaints and drafting of initial responses. Legal and factual research as needed. Establish, maintain, organize, and/or oversee files, correspondence databases, corporate books and records. Direct and coordinate law department activity including delivery of subpoenas Act as legal staff assistant to General Counsel and Staff Attorneys Responsible for highly confidential information and matters Day to day administrative support activities. Requirements: Must have at least a high school diploma or GED. Bachelors degree highly preferred. Must have a paralegal certification At least 5 years experience as a paralegal from either a corporate environment or law firm. Ability to multi-task competing priorities. Ability to work with little direction Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Computer proficiency with MS Office, Outlook and Internet based research.

Job Title: Associate Attorney - Commercial Banking Company: Bodman LLP Location: Detroit, MI Description: Associate Attorney,Commercial Banking/Loan Origination, Detroit office, Bodman LLP. Seeking an associate with three to five years experience in commercial loan origination and transactional matters. Primary responsibilities will include commercial finance work representing banks and other financial institutions in commercial loans (including secured and unsecured loan originations, real estate and single-bank and syndicated credit facilities). Admission to the Michigan Bar and excellent academic credentials are required. Experience representing banks and other financial institutions required. Submit resume and transcript to Thomas P. Bruetsch, Recruiting Chair, Bodman LLP, 6th floor at Ford Field, 1901 St. Antoine, Detroit, MI 48226 e-mail: Register to View

Job Title: Real Estate Associate Attorney Company: Bodman LLP Location: Detroit, MI Description: Associate Attorney, Detroit office, Real Estate, Real Estate Finance. Seeking an associate with three to five years experience in commercial real estate finance and transactional matters. Primary responsibilities will include real estate finance work representing banks and other financial institutions (including loan originations, workouts and foreclosures) and real estate transactional work representing a variety of firm clients (including purchases and sales and leasing). Admission to the Michigan Bar and excellent academic credentials are required. Experience representing banks and other financial institutions preferred. Submit resume, writing sample and transcript to Thomas P. Bruetsch, Recruiting Chair, Bodman LLP, 6th floor at Ford Field, 1901 St. Antoine, Detroit, MI 48226 e-mail: Register to View

Job Title: Legal Assistant Company: Learning Care Group, Inc. Location: Detroit, MI Description: Have you been working in the field as a paralegalor legal assistant for the at least the lastthree years? We are the second largest for-profit early childhood education company, headquartered in Novi, MI. We are seeking a legal assistant that will act as support for our General Counsel and Staff Attorneys on site at our corporate office. You will assist in litigation management, initial drafting of legal documentation and contracts, proofreading and legal research. Also, this position will be responsible for directing law department activity, including delivering subpoenas, tracking urgent issues and maintaining administrative support activities. Responsibilities: Assisting in litigation management Intake of urgent issues/student accidents and maintaining database of these matters Initial drafting of legal documentation and contracts for review by Counsel Review of administrative complaints and drafting of initial responses. Legal and factual research as needed. Establish, maintain, organize, and/or oversee files, correspondence databases, corporate books and records. Direct and coordinate law department activity including delivery of subpoenas Act as legal staff assistant to General Counsel and Staff Attorneys Responsible for highly confidential information and matters Day to day administrative support activities. Requirements: Must have at least a high school diploma or GED. Bachelors degree highly preferred. Paralegal certification preferred. At least 3 years experience as alegal assistantfrom in a corporate environment. Ability to multi-task competing priorities. Ability to work with little direction Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Computer proficiency with MS Office, Outlook and Internet based research. Education : High School or equivalent Career Level : Experienced (Non-Manager) % of Travel Required : None

Job Title: Nurse-Paralegal and/or Paralegal Company: McKeen & Associates, P.C. Location: Detroit, MI Description: Successful Plaintiff Medical Malpractice firm seeking experienced Nurse-Paralegal and/orParalegal with3+ years medical malpractice experience. Duties: * Develops medical malpractice claims information by investigating hospital, nursing home, physician and nursing negligence claims; providingopinions; determining merits of legalactions. * Provides medical records information by completing initial review and liability assessment; identifying health care providers; preparing releases and letters to obtain complete medical records, x-rays, and billings; organizing, chronologically summarizing, analyzing, and indexing medical records; preparing a timeline of events; transcribing handwritten chart/record notes; preparing tables, charts, and graphs of data; recommending and preparing documents for review by the expert advisory panel. * Identifies potential medical personnel/witnesses by deciphering names from medical documents;Identifies medical experts by recommending areas of expertise to be consulted; obtaining and providing a list of potential experts; locating specifically named experts; researching backgrounds of experts; obtaining curriculum vitaes; interacting with experts; preparing documents for review by experts; maintaining reference notebook on experts. *Completes medical research by utilizing personal knowledge, experience, reference library, and internet; defining and interpreting medical language; defining and interpreting medical procedures; defining and interpreting medical-hospital/office policies. * Excellent writing, computer and organizational skillsnecessary.Must have experience draftingNotice of Intents, Affidavit of Merits and Complaints.

Job Title: Tax Counsel Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting U.S. Location: Detroit, MI Description: Classification: Full-timeCompensation: Pay up to $185000.0 per yearOur client is a leading Fortune 500 company located in Southeast Michigan and they are looking to hire an experienced General Tax Counsel. If you are hired for this position you will provide legal services and strategy on very complex tax projects and cases. In this General Tax Counsel role you will be expected to anticipate legal issues/problems and design strategies to address, suggest resolutions of broader business problems. Provide counsel to senior management, and be regarded as a subject matter tax expert. General Tax Counsel role you will you will represent the company with external constituents to help create favorable regulatory environment and work with public affairs to manage external and internal reactions and be looked to as a senior decision maker. Additionally you may select and supervise outside counsel on very complex projects and cases. Our client offers excellent benefits and has a strong balance sheet. For immediate and confidential consideration please forward your resume directly to J3G52C68MPTB8DRC4GV_cbnv~cpp_xp^ Register to View with the subject of your email being JS Tax Counsel.Founded in 1948, Robert Half Finance & Accounting is the world's first and largest specialized financial recruitment service. We specialize in placing experienced professionals in all areas of accounting, finance, credit and collections, bookkeeping, payroll, audit and taxation. For more than 60 years, we have developed lasting relationships with the industry-leading companies we serve, which gives us access to the best career opportunities for our candidates. Our parent company, Robert Half International (NYSE: RHI), was the first company in the staffing industry to be added to the S&P 500. We are consistently named to FORTUNER magazine's 'World's Most Admired Companies' list and the Forbes Platinum List, and were recently added to The Forbes Global 2000 listing of the world's largest companies. Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Required Skills: Our client is a profitable, and growing Fortune 500 company located in Metro Detroit. Due to an upcoming staff departure they are looking to hire a highly skilled Tax Counsel for their team. For consideration candidates will need to have 7 or more years of tax law experience with a large corporate tax law department, Big 4 accounting firm, or sophisticated private tax practice; experience with M&A, consolidated returns, audits, and tax litigation; possess knowledge with product taxation and state and local tax laws; in-dept knowledge and experience with Circular 230, tax return filing standards and other tax compliance requirements; familiarity with FIN 48; demonstrated expertise providing guidance and analysis of potential implications and risks of tax regulation; have expertise with providing guidance and analysis of potential implications and risks of tax regulations, legislations on current and future business operations; possess experience working with senior management and have excellent organization written/verbal and analytical skills. This client is requiring a candidates to have a Juris Doctorate degree and an active license to practice law in the United States.

Job Title: Temporary Commercial Legal Assistant Company: Special Counsel, Inc. Location: Detroit, MI Description: This is for a part-time, temporary legal assistant position which will support an attorney in the areas of corporate, estate planning, and other commercial transactions. Applicants must have at least five (5) years paralegal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm environment. Computer literacy: MS Word, Outlook and Excel. Preferred Qualifications: 4 year undergraduate degree and/or ABA-approved certificate from a paralegal school. This position handles a wide-range of professional services. Company: Special Counsel, Inc. Status: Part Time, Temporary/Contract/Project Location: Detroit, MI 48226 Job Category: Legal