Scion Legal Staffing · 2 days ago
Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expScion Legal has been engaged to lead a confidential search on behalf of a respected Michigan-based law firm seeking a seasoned Litigation Attorney to join its sophisticated insurance defense practice. This role is ideal for an experienced defense litigator who will manage complex cases and serve as a trusted advisor to clients in a fast-paced environment.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Pablo Forster
Responsibilities
Five or more years of litigation experience, with a strong focus on insurance defense matters
Demonstrated experience handling high-exposure personal injury and property damage claims
Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation from inception through resolution
Significant experience developing litigation strategy, evaluating exposure, and advising on settlement and trial risk
Hands-on experience conducting and defending depositions, including expert witnesses
Meaningful participation in mediations, facilitations, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution
Strong trial preparation experience and courtroom confidence
Experience communicating directly with insurance carriers, claims professionals, and in-house counsel
Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Commitment to proactive, efficient, and strategic case management
Active license to practice law in Michigan, or eligibility for admission
Qualification
Required
Five or more years of litigation experience, with a strong focus on insurance defense matters
Demonstrated experience handling high-exposure personal injury and property damage claims
Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation from inception through resolution
Significant experience developing litigation strategy, evaluating exposure, and advising on settlement and trial risk
Hands-on experience conducting and defending depositions, including expert witnesses
Meaningful participation in mediations, facilitations, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution
Strong trial preparation experience and courtroom confidence
Experience communicating directly with insurance carriers, claims professionals, and in-house counsel
Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Commitment to proactive, efficient, and strategic case management
Active license to practice law in Michigan, or eligibility for admission
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Preferred
Substantial experience representing national, Fortune 500, or other sophisticated corporate clients
Prior experience complying with insurance litigation guidelines and managing matters within budget parameters
Appellate briefing or argument experience
Ability to distill complex legal and factual issues into concise, persuasive recommendations
Strategic mindset with a client service oriented approach
Proven ability to manage high-stakes litigation matters independently while collaborating within a team environment
Experience serving as trusted outside counsel to insurers and sophisticated clients
Practice experience in both state and federal courts
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements available
Ongoing legal training
Business development support
Long-term growth opportunities
Company
Scion Legal Staffing
Scion Legal is an award-winning legal staffing and legal recruiting agency, proudly serving every US city and remote location.
Founded in 2006San Francisco, California, US
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase