Top 23 General counsel Jobs in Detroit Mi

General Counsel (Michigan Licensed Attorney)
Shcalo Group Corproation —Wayne, MI
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Part-time
- In-person
- Senior level
- 2 years
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7h
Associate General Counsel, Collections, Servicing and Customer Operations
Mission Lane —Detroit, MI
- $178,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
12d
General Counsel
Mike Morse Law Firm —Southfield, MI
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
2d
Senior Corporate Counsel
Denso —Southfield, MI
- $162,500 - $203,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
14d
General Counsel
Pioneer Health Care Management Inc —Bingham Farms, MI
- Writing skills
- HIPAA
- In-person
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General Counsel - Healthcare
Pioneer Health Care Management Inc —Bingham Farms, MI
- Acute care experience
- Training & development
- Senior level
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4d
AVP Governance & Senior Counsel
Henry Ford Health —Detroit, MI
- Day shift
- 5 years
- Home Health
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
11d
Senior Counsel, Regulatory
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 8 years
- Project management
- Senior level
22h
Sr. Corporate Counsel
Simon Group Holdings —Birmingham, MI
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- 5 years
- Senior level
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Senior Counsel, Labor & Employment
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Deputy General Counsel
AD Mortgage —Troy, MI
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Associate General Counsel - Mortgage Servicing Compliance
United Wholesale Mortgage —Pontiac, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel - (LAW Department - Municipal Division)
City of Detroit —Detroit, MI
- $110,624 - $154,894 a year
- Surgery
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Paid jury duty
- Disability insurance
14h
Associate General Counsel - Litigation
United Wholesale Mortgage —Pontiac, MI
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Senior level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
11d
Sr. Corporate Counsel
Trustpoint.One —Troy, MI
- 6 years
- Office
- Senior level
Senior Legal Counsel
ZF —Northville, MI
- 5 years
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Counsel – Lending & Credit Documentation
Commercial Alliance —Troy, MI
- 5 years
- Office
- Senior level
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Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel (LAW Department - Litigation Division)
City of Detroit —Detroit, MI
- $110,624 - $154,894 a year
- Hybrid work
- Surgery
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Paid jury duty
- Disability insurance
Lead Counsel, Ford Energy
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Travel
Lead Counsel / Managing Attorney (Founding Role)
Match Made Tech —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Recruiting
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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General Counsel (Michigan Licensed Attorney)

Shcalo Group Corproation
Wayne, MI

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time | Contract
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
7 hours ago

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Doctor of Law (JD)
Conflict resolution for legal services
Legal research databases
Legal case management
General & commercial litigation
Bar
Court depositions
Managing litigation projects

Full Job Description

General Counsel (Michigan Licensed Attorney)

Job Summary

Shcalo Group Corporation is seeking a dynamic, business-minded, and highly motivated General Counsel to serve as the Company's chief legal advisor and lead all legal affairs. This position will provide practical legal guidance to executive management while protecting the Company's legal and business interests.

The General Counsel will oversee corporate legal matters, litigation, contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, employment matters, risk management, and corporate governance. The successful candidate must be licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan and be capable of representing the Company in court proceedings, directing litigation strategy, and managing outside counsel.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking a leadership role within a growing logistics, engineering, construction, and industrial services company.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Corporate Legal Affairs

Serve as the Company's primary legal advisor to executive leadership.
Provide legal guidance on business operations, strategic initiatives, and corporate governance.
Identify legal risks and recommend practical business solutions.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Litigation Management & Court Representation

Manage all litigation involving the Company.
Represent the Company in Michigan state and federal courts, administrative hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences, when appropriate.
Prepare pleadings, motions, legal briefs, discovery responses, and deposition materials.
Develop litigation strategy and oversee outside counsel.
Coordinate trial preparation, witness preparation, and settlement negotiations.
Respond to subpoenas, government investigations, and regulatory inquiries.

Contracts & Business Transactions

Draft, review, negotiate, and administer commercial agreements.
Review customer, vendor, subcontractor, employment, confidentiality, lease, and service agreements.
Advise management on contractual obligations and legal risks.
Support business acquisitions, financing, and corporate transactions as needed.

Employment & Labor Law

Advise management regarding hiring, discipline, termination, wage and hour issues, OSHA compliance, workers' compensation, discrimination, and employment disputes.
Conduct internal investigations and recommend appropriate legal actions.

Compliance & Risk Management

Develop and implement company compliance policies.
Monitor changes in laws affecting company operations.
Conduct legal training for management and employees.
Promote ethical business practices throughout the organization.

Legal Research & Case Management

Conduct legal research using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other legal research tools.
Maintain litigation files and legal documentation.
Manage legal deadlines and ensure compliance with court procedures.

Areas of Legal Practice

Provide legal guidance in areas including:

Corporate Law
Commercial Litigation
Contract Law
Employment Law
Real Estate & Landlord-Tenant Law
Immigration Law
Environmental Law
Workers' Compensation
Regulatory Compliance
Business Transactions
Intellectual Property
Commercial Collections
Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in the State of Michigan (Member in Good Standing of the State Bar of Michigan) is required.
Minimum 2–3 years of legal experience in corporate law, commercial litigation, contract law, employment law, or related practice areas.
Experience representing clients or organizations in court proceedings, hearings, mediations, depositions, and negotiations.
Ability to independently manage litigation and coordinate trial preparation.
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
Strong knowledge of Michigan and federal business laws.
Excellent legal research skills using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms.
Outstanding analytical, negotiation, advocacy, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple legal matters while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as Corporate Counsel, Associate Attorney, or Assistant General Counsel.
Experience supporting manufacturing, logistics, construction, engineering, or industrial service companies.
Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, commercial collections, bankruptcy, contract disputes, and employment litigation.
Admission to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and/or Western District of Michigan is preferred.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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