First-Year Associate Attorney

First-Year Associate Attorney

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on active insurance defense matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research and analysis on substantive legal issues
• Assist with case strategy, fact investigation, and overall case management
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances
• Collaborate with clients, colleagues, experts, and support staff in a team-oriented environment
• Participate in firm-sponsored training and mentorship programs designed specifically for junior associates
• Gain exposure to additional litigation practice areas over time as part of the firm’s commitment to professional development and diversified experience

What We’re Looking For:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Bar admission pending or anticipated in Michigan

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn through hands-on experience

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail

• Interest in litigation, including toxic tort and general liability defense

• Why Join Segal McCambridge?

• At Segal McCambridge, first-year associates are not sidelined. You’ll receive structured training, close mentorship, and real responsibility from the outset. Our trial-focused culture emphasizes learning by doing, with partners who are invested in your development and long-term growth.

• Associates in the Detroit office gain immediate exposure to insurance defense litigation while also having opportunities to work across a broader range of practice areas as their careers evolve. We are committed to helping associates develop into well-rounded litigators with meaningful client interaction and practical courtroom experience early in their careers.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with potential for bonus and business origination credit
• Bar preparation reimbursement Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 401(k) with firm match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Life insurance
• Professional development and CLE support
• Employee assistance program
• Referral bonuses

About Segal McCambridge:

• Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four-attorney firm in Chicago into a national litigation firm with offices in more than 15 cities. We represent a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, in complex litigation matters such as asbestos, product liability, class action, environmental, professional liability, cyber risk, and other high-exposure disputes.