Trial Attorney

OverviewAt Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.SummaryMorgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Premises Liability Personal Injury Attorney to join its quickly growing practice of plaintiff/'s personal injury lawyers and supporting case staff in our Detroit office.The Premises Liability Personal Injury Attorney will handle a heavy and complex case load from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial. Cases may include representing plaintiffs in slip and fall; security negligence; wrongful death; dog bite / animal attack; and other cases in and around Wayne County and surrounding areas.Our law firm/'s generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), as well as a full benefits package. Additionally, each litigator will have a large case staff assisting them, including a dedicated paralegal and a dedicated legal assistant.ResponsibilitiesDay-to-day handling of both pre-litigation and litigation casesDrafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memoranda of lawGuide plaintiff clients through the case processInteraction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavitsAttendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearancesQualificationsLaw degree (J.D. / JD / Juris Doctor) from a fully accredited law schoolAn active member in good standing with the State Bar Association (Michigan required)Minimum 2+ years of personal injury / premises liability experienceAbility to manage high volume of pre-lit and litigation casesExcellent client service and communication skillsSuperior writing and oral advocacy skills#LI-CB2Compensation & BenefitsMorgan & Morgan/'s compensation includes base salary, guaranteed commission, competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), and a full benefits package. 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Created: 2025-09-23