Employment Lawyers, Detroit Metro

Overview

An organization is seeking experienced Employment Lawyers to support clients in the Detroit, MI metro area. This role involves providing expert legal advice and support across various industries to ensure compliance and mitigate risks related to employment law. This is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, separation agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, and other labor and employment-related documents.
• Provide legal guidance on employment law matters including wage and hour compliance, discrimination claims, pay transparency, workplace investigations, and employee relations.
• Collaborate with clients, HR teams, and business leaders on workforce management initiatives, employment disputes, and compliance projects.
• Manage employment-related legal issues for clients across industries such as manufacturing, automotive, retail, and technology.
• Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes to offer proactive counsel on evolving labor and employment laws.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and related workplace compliance requirements.
• Proven experience advising clients on employment litigation avoidance, workplace investigations, policy development, and risk management strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
• Juris Doctor degree or equivalent and licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with employment litigation and multi-state compliance issues.
• Relevant certifications such as SHRM, HRCI, or other employment law or HR-related credentials are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation for non-attorney roles ranges from $71,250 to $309,750 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

Detroit, MI