Current Openings

Civil Defense Litigation Attorney

Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC has a growing insurance defense, premises liability, transportation, and general commercial litigation practice and is looking to hire a full-time civil defense litigation attorney for the Southfield office.

This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys to be part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment where they will be able to take ownership of their cases and hone their litigation skills. We welcome candidates at all stages of their careers, but applicants should have a minimum of four years of litigation experience. Our firm values diverse perspectives and offers opportunities for growth and development regardless of where you are in your career path.

The firm offers a hybrid work policy after a successful period of in-person training.

Position responsibilities include:

Manage files through all stages of litigation.
Draft pleadings, motions, and responses and legal correspondence.
Handle all aspects of discovery including taking depositions as well as drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests to produce.
Represent clients in court proceedings, including motion hearings, mediations, settlement conference, trials, and evidentiary hearings.
Work closely with clients including writing regular status reports and communicating complex information (written and oral) to stakeholders in an accessible way.
Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals and support staff.

Required qualifications include:

4+ years litigation experience including drafting pleadings, motion practice, depositions, and case management.
JD from an accredited law school.
Admitted to State Bar of Michigan and be in good standing.
Excellent persuasive writing, legal research, communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong professional judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong work ethic with record of being proactive and resourceful.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a busy case load, work under pressure, meet deadlines and pay attention to detail.

For more than 100 years, Foster Swift has provided outstanding client service and legal excellence. The firm has a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity and a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination. Foster Swift provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or active-duty military status, familial status, height, weight, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable laws. The firm received Mid-sized Mansfield Rule Certified Plus status from Diversity Lab in May 2023.

Foster Swift offers a great work environment, a competitive starting salary the potential for annual bonuses. Our competitive benefits package includes affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) Retirement plan as well as a wide selection of voluntary plans to cover our employee’s personal needs.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter and persuasive writing sample to recruit@fosterswift.com for immediate consideration.

Business & Tax ATtorney

Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC is seeking a well-rounded business and tax attorney for its Lansing, Southfield, or Grand Rapids office. An ideal candidate will have 6-12 years of experience in two or more of the following areas:

Corporate Planning
General Counsel
Mergers & Acquisitions
Corporate Taxation
Cybersecurity
Contract Review
Intellectual Property

Excellent written and oral communication skills and client service skills desired. Salary commensurate with experience and ability to generate business. Excellent benefits package. EOE.

Join an established midsized law firm with a progressive, dynamic culture! For more than 100 years, Foster Swift Collins & Smith has provided outstanding client service and legal excellence. With offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield, and Holland, our firm delivers comprehensive services for businesses, organizations, municipalities, families and individuals.

Foster Swift has a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity and a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination. Foster Swift provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or active-duty military status, familial status, height, weight, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Foster Swift offers a great work environment, a competitive starting salary with the potential for annual bonuses. Our excellent benefits package includes affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) Retirement plan as well as a wide selection of voluntary plans to cover our employees' personal needs.

Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter, resume, and compensation requirements in confidence to recruit@fosterswift.com

Human resources generalist

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist for the Lansing office. This position collaborates with the Director of Human Resources and the Senior HR Generalist to administer human resources policies and programs, balancing employee advocacy and business operating needs. The position provides comprehensive HR support, directly or indirectly, in the areas of benefits administration and pro-active issue/problem identification and resolution.

Essential Job Functions

Maintain effective and legally compliant recordkeeping systems for HR files and records
Maintain HR databases, including the firm’s HRIS; partner with payroll and vendors to set up feeds or import/export data
Assist employees in understanding benefit programs and HR policies and procedures
Reconcile vendor invoices to enrollment/employee elections and correct errors by communicating and following up with vendors and payroll
Prepare and submit documents legally required for health and welfare benefits compliance
Ensure required employment law posters and benefits notices are up-to-date and posted at all sites as well as online
Participate in and continuously improve new hire orientation programs
Manage the offboarding of employees, including necessary communications, develop KPIs as requested
Perform audit and compliance functions as requested
Recommend, develop and organize employee recognition events, initiatives to improve employee engagement and employee well-being
Participate in the formulation of objectives for the HR department in support of the business needs of the firm
Perform other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; degree in Human Resource Management, Business or related field a plus
Must have at least two years of HR Generalist experience; experience with HRIS system and/or payroll a plus
Certifications in HR, Benefits, or Compensation a plus
Law office experience a plus
Must be reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality
Must demonstrate effective organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Must be detail-oriented and able to use spreadsheets to manage data as needed
Must demonstrate proficiency in various databases and HR/Benefits administration systems
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear manner
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees
Must demonstrate sound judgment
Must demonstrate understanding of federal and state employment laws
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Foster Swift has a long-standing commitment to equal opportunity and a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination. Foster Swift provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status veteran or active-duty military status, familial status, height, weight, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Foster Swift offers conveniently located offices with a great work environment, a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits. Our excellent benefits package includes affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a wide selection of voluntary plans to cover our employee’s personal needs.

Please send resume and cover letter to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/bcfad8cd-08a7-4767-a59d-7edb16ebc606/Foster-Swift-Collins-Smith-PC

For more than 100 years, Foster Swift Collins & Smith has provided outstanding client service and legal excellence. With offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield, and Holland, our firm delivers comprehensive services for businesses, organizations, municipalities, families and individuals across Michigan, the nation and beyond.