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Insurance Defense Attorney – Negligence & General Liability

Orion Placement


Job Location:

Farmington Hills, MI - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110000 - 180000
Posted: 5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pay: $110000.00 - $180000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a highly respected and rapidly growing litigation team handling sophisticated insurance defense and negligence matters.
  • Work on complex high-value cases with strong mentorship and meaningful courtroom experience.
  • Enjoy a collaborative entrepreneurial culture where your contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.
  • Hybrid work environment offering flexibility while remaining connected to an experienced legal team.
  • Opportunity to build long-term client relationships with leading insurers and businesses.
  • Competitive compensation with bonus potential and excellent benefits.

Location: Hybrid opportunity based in Farmington Hills Michigan offering the flexibility to balance in-office collaboration with remote work.

Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Michigan and have at least 3 years of insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience.

About Us

We are a growing highly respected litigation firm known for delivering creative legal solutions on complex matters while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. Our attorneys enjoy sophisticated work strong professional development and the opportunity to make a real impact for our clients. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Manage a caseload of insurance defense and negligence litigation matters from inception through resolution.
  • Draft pleadings motions briefs and other litigation documents.
  • Conduct depositions discovery legal research and case strategy development.
  • Represent clients in hearings mediations arbitrations and court proceedings.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and clients to develop effective litigation strategies.
  • Evaluate liability damages and settlement opportunities.
  • Maintain strong client communication while delivering exceptional legal service.

Qualifications

  • Active Michigan Bar license.
  • 3 years of insurance defense or negligence defense litigation experience.
  • Strong legal writing research and analytical skills.
  • Experience handling depositions motion practice and court appearances.
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
  • Ability to independently manage litigation files while collaborating with a team.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Youll join a team that values excellence innovation collaboration and professional growth. We invest in our attorneys encourage entrepreneurial thinking provide exposure to sophisticated litigation and foster a culture where talented lawyers can build rewarding long-term careers.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: MI bar license 3 yrs of insurance-defense OR negligence-defense litigation exp

Required Years as Associate: 3

Additional context:
Relocation- yes.
Packages - yes.

Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

  • 3 to 5 years: $110K to $135K
  • 5 to 8 years: $135K to $160K
  • 8 years: $160K to $180K

Submission Email: Mark -

Quick Recruiter Reference
Growing Michigan litigation firm seeking Insurance Defense Attorney with 3 years of insurance defense or negligence defense experience. Hybrid Farmington Hills role. Michigan Bar required.

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