Senior Solicitor

Detroit Legal has three attorneys, two paralegals and a receptionist. Billable target for associates is 1,800 hours.

This is a newly created position. We are looking for an attorney who can manage their own files, take depositions and argue motions without hand-holding. The company is based in Detroit, the US. The team is spread across multiple countries. We hire in Bangladesh through an employer of record, so this is a regular full-time job with local payroll and statutory benefits. Core hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM US Eastern. We ship you a laptop and accessories before your first day.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 40 to 60 active matters.
• Research legal issues on Westlaw or Lexis and write memos.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery.
• Review contracts, wills, deeds or other transactional documents, depending on practice area.
• Track billable time daily and meet annual hour targets.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and adjusters.

What we're looking for:

• 6+ years of practice experience in the relevant area of law.
• Valid driver's licence for court appearances across the region.
• Deposition and motion practice experience.
• Organised with a heavy caseload and many deadlines.

Compensation and benefits:

• Paid parental leave.
• Public holidays observed per your country.
• Annual team retreat.
• Two weeks of paid leave at year end.
• Health insurance through our employer-of-record partner.
• Monthly internet allowance.
• Paid sick days.

Start: Within 30 days.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Detroit Legal.