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Manager of Contested MattersStillman Law Office • Farmington Hills, MI, US
Manager of Contested Matters

Manager of Contested Matters

Stillman Law Office • Farmington Hills, MI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Location:

  • Farmington Hills, Michigan (onsite) Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Manager (non-attorney) to lead our legal department with a focus on contested matters and litigation strategy.
  • This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end case management, supervising legal staff, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
  • This role reports directly to our Attorney Partner.
  • The Legal Manager plays a critical role in minimizing legal risk, maximizing recovery efforts, and safeguarding the organization’s interests.
  • This position also serves as a key advisor to leadership, supports operational decision-making, and fosters strong, trusted client relationships through clear communication and strategic legal guidance.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications:

  • The Legal Manager will manage and direct all aspects of contested matters while providing strategic leadership and collaboration across the organization, including: Leadership & Oversight Manage and direct the legal department in handling all contested matters Supervise, mentor, and develop legal staff, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth Litigation Strategy & Case Management Design and implement effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes Oversee preparation, filing, and management of pleadings, motions, and supporting documentation Provide timely legal guidance to leadership and operations teams regarding case status and strategy Client Communication & Advisory Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on contested matters Deliver clear status updates, legal recommendations, and settlement options Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and settlement agreements Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with operations, compliance, and client service teams to align legal strategies with organizational goals Proactively identify and address legal risks impacting internal stakeholders Compliance & Risk Management Monitor changes in legislation and legal precedents and advise leadership on potential impacts Update and implement internal policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across contested matters and recovery efforts Qualifications & Requirements Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience (creditor’s rights/collections experience a plus) Prior leadership or management experience overseeing legal teams preferred Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills Powered by JazzHR
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