Construction Litigation Attorney
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Job Description
Position: Construction Litigation Attorney
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest's largest and most respected law firms, is seeking a talented Construction Litigation Attorney to join our Bloomfield Hills office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-impact matters while collaborating with experienced litigators in a dynamic and supportive environment.
In this role, you will handle a diverse litigation practice with a strong focus on constriction law, along with exposure to commercial litigation, architects and engineers liability, and insurance-related matters. You will work closely with clients, play a meaningful role in case strategy, and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established practice.
What You'll Do:
- Manage all phases of litigation, from pleadings through discovery, depositions, motion practice, and hearings
- Draft persuasive legal briefs and motions and conduct in-depth legal research
- Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to deliver strategic, client-focused solutions
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to business development efforts
What We're Looking For
- 3-7 years of litigation experience, with a preference for construction law experience
- Additional experience in employment, transportation, or education law is a plus
- Proven ability to handle complex litigation matters independently and as part of a team
- Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- A client-first mindset with demonstrated experience interacting directly with clients
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
- Comfort learning and working with new legal technology and software systems
Why Plunkett Cooney?
At Plunkett Cooney, we value attorneys who are motivated, collaborative, and driven to excel. You'll find a professional environment that supports career development, values high-quality work, and encourages meaningful client engagement.
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To be considered, please submit your resume and writing sample through our careers page: https://plunkettcooney.isolvedhire.com/jobs/
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