Managing Attorney (Michigan)
On-siteMichigan, United States
Job Summary
Own the state P&L by hitting fee and case volume goals while aligning costs with growth. Manage case outcomes across the full lifecycle from pre-suit through litigation, trial, settlement, and file closure. Lead litigation and trial strategy for Michigan, personally taking complex, high-value cases to trial when appropriate. Drive settlement performance to meet the firm's 60-to-90-day target window. Recruit, develop, and retain attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and support staff to build a culture of accountability. Execute firm-wide standards while adapting operating cadences for the local market. Ensure full legal, ethical, and compliance oversight across every function. Report to the COO with regular state performance updates and data-driven KPI tracking.
Required Qualifications
- Active bar admission in Michigan
- Minimum 7 to 10 years of plaintiff personal injury experience
- Extensive experience handling cases from inception through trial and resolution
- Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
- Strong litigation skills, including depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial
- Experience handling motor vehicle, premises liability, and personal injury matters
- A genuine business mindset, with comfort owning P&L, metrics, and operational accountability
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