Litigator - Superior Properties : Job Details

Senior Litigator

Company Overview

At Superior Properties Group, we turn real estate investments into a powerful catalyst for positive change. Fueled by the desire to empower young people, we donate more than 30% of our profits to charitable causes that make a tangible difference in their lives.

With this as our vision, we do awesome things. Working here isn't like working anywhere else; it's the most challenging, demanding, and inspiring place you will ever love to work! We are looking for team members who are all-in and ready to join a team that is also 100% committed. If this sounds like something up your alley, fasten your seatbelt and get ready for a journey that's both challenging and rewarding, and bigger than any one of us.

Superior Properties Group is one of many Michigan-based companies under the family of companies. What started in 1998 by a kid with a shovel, a cell phone, a dream, and a tenacity to never quit has developed into a bustling Family Office spanning construction, industrial services, real estate, banking, foster-care charity, and more. Our offerings continue to grow with the needs of our business partners in an array of industries.

Voted as a Top 3 Best Places to work, we enjoy a fun and entrepreneurial environment brimming with growth opportunities. Our core values – accountability, adaptability, and customer focus – guide us in everything we do. We prioritize employee well-being, believing happy and safe employees deliver exceptional results, leading to satisfied customers. This commitment to our team fuels a vibrant company culture where colleagues feel valued and empowered.

Our expanding organization is looking for ambitious, results-oriented, driven individuals who possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, can quickly connect and build a rapport with others, are willing to tackle all aspects of the job with energy and are ready to be part of a dynamic team.

Company Values

• People First
• Customer Focus
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Adaptability

Position Summary

The Senior Litigator will serve as the primary legal advisor for all businesses within the Family Office offering expert guidance on a broad range of legal matters, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic risk management. This role requires a seasoned attorney with extensive litigation experience, a proven record of winning complex cases, and a strong focus on cost-effective legal solutions. The ideal candidate will balance assertive legal strategies with pragmatic risk assessments, ensuring that all legal actions align with the company's objectives, uphold its reputation, and protect its assets. The role is dynamic and requires a self-motivated individual who is flexible, an independent self-starter, passionate to take ownership of challenges, solution minded, and able to navigate a fast-paced industry with a strong desire to achieve. This position will report directly to the owner.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Litigation Management: Lead and manage all litigation efforts, working directly on high-stakes cases and providing strategic oversight of external counsel when necessary.
• Strategic Legal Advice: Act as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team, providing proactive legal guidance on a wide array of issues, from corporate governance to intellectual property and regulatory compliance.
• Cost-Effective Solutions: Develop and implement cost-conscious legal strategies that prioritize efficiency and maintain high standards for quality, working to reduce external legal expenditures.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for potential and ongoing legal matters, providing actionable recommendations that align with the company's business goals.
• Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and corporate policies, maintaining the company's high ethical standards and supporting its reputation in the marketplace.
• Contract Review & Negotiation: Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of key contracts to protect the company's interests and minimize potential risks.
• Licensing and Compliance: Manage and oversee all licensing activities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and optimizing licensing agreements to support business objectives.
• Team Leadership: Manage and develop the in-house legal team, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes best practices and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA- accredited institution.
• Be in good standing as well as an active member of the Michigan Bar Association
• 10+ years of relevant legal experience with a strong emphasis on both litigation and transactional work.

Skills and Competencies:

• Litigation Expertise: Proven record of success in leading complex litigation, with a history of securing favorable outcomes.
• Cost Conscientiousness: Strong focus on identifying and implementing cost-saving measures in legal strategies without sacrificing quality.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to provide legal guidance that aligns with corporate goals, supporting both growth and risk management.
• Team Leadership: Experience leading a team, with the ability to mentor, develop, and inspire legal talent.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex legal issues in a clear, actionable manner.
• Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated success in high-level contract negotiations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Preferred previous experience working with or in small companies or startups.

The job description as outlined above is intended to provide an illustrative description of the range of duties, scope of responsibility, and required skills necessary of the primary functions of the job. This does not reflect all duties and may evolve with market demands.