Corporate Attorney

Universal Logistics is currently in search of a Corporate Attorney to work on-site at our corporate office located in Warren, MI. We are looking for a highly detailed, analytical and assertive individual to join our legal team. If you love a challenge and are looking to take a step towards a rewarding career,

The ideal candidate needs to be aggressive, hardworking, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication and writing skills. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, job description and required qualifications are below.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Contract Review

• Reviewing bids, equipment purchases and sale agreements, and contractor agreements/POs, operating agreements and member consents


• Drafting and preparing purchase agreements, broker-carrier agreements, master transportation agreements, and trailer interchange agreements


• Reviewing purchase orders from contractors, drafting company terms and conditions, and revising bid forms

Employment Matters

• Handling legal cases, including gathering and reviewing information, communication with opposing counsel, drafting position statements, and mediation with the EEOC and state equivalents, and non-compete disputes.

Other Responsibilities

• Litigation-Acting as the corporate representative for various matters such as auto liability, commercial, collections, and cargo claim matters.


• Document review and communication with outside Counsel


• Demands-Drafting demand letters as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Michigan and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.


• Ability to work independently in the courtroom as well as in a team environment