State of Michigan

Staff Attorney 15/16: General Litigation - Corrections Division

State of Michigan  •  $67k - $143k/yr  •  Lansing, MI (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 1101-26-061

Department: Attorney General

Job classification: Attorney

Posting type: Open

Categories: Legal

Summary

Are you an attorney eager to litigate cases, sharpen your trial skills and work on matters that shape constitutional law across Michigan and the Sixth Circuit? Our General Litigation Section offers the opportunity to do exactly that. While prior litigation experience is preferred, it is not required. We value drive, curiosity and a commitment to excellence and we provide the training and support needed for you to thrive.

Our team represents and advises one of the largest state departments across a wide and constantly evolving spectrum of issues. We operate collaboratively, share expertise and take pride in delivering exceptional advocacy on behalf of the State of Michigan.

Our attorneys have recently:

  • Prevailed in multiple federal jury trials;
  • Argued before the Michigan Court of Appeals, Michigan Supreme Court and the Sixth Circuit Court;
  • Submitted briefs on significant issues before the United States Supreme Court and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

The work of the General Litigation Section is dynamic and intellectually challenging. In this role, you will brief cutting-edge constitutional and statutory issues with substantial governance impacts, take and defend depositions, handle discovery and motion practice, and provide strategic counsel to the client agency on non-litigation matters.

Our mission is to remain a premier litigation practice through specialization, teamwork, outstanding advocacy, and continual learning. Whether you are an experienced litigator or just beginning your legal career, we will equip you with the tools, mentorship and opportunities needed for success.

Position Description

Examples of duties

Education

Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law.

Experience

Attorney-Staff P15

No specific type or amount is required.

Attorney-Senior 16

Four years of post-bar admission legal experience.

Supplemental information

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/Attorney.pdf

You must attach a resume to be considered for this position.

State of Michigan

About State of Michigan

Every day the contributions and achievements of State of Michigan employees have a direct impact on over 10 million Michiganders across the state. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in state government that can make a real difference in the lives of others, you can find your place working with us. We have opportunities in a number of career pathways, including, but not limited to, business and administrative support, education and human services, IT and computers, medical and healthcare, natural resources, law enforcement and public safety, skilled trades and more.

Join our team for an:

- Opportunity to make a difference

- Challenging and rewarding work

- Competitive salaries

- Fun working environment

- Great benefits (community service, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, paid parental leave, longevity bonuses)

- Job stability and career advancement

- Flexible alternative and remote work schedules

- Tuition discounts and student loan forgiveness

- Professional development/training

- Employee discount plan

With positions in over 18 state departments, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the State of Michigan.

From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless in Pure Michigan. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Ready to join our team? Visit www.Michigan.gov/Employment to search hundreds of state job openings by key word, job type, location, department, job category, salary and more.

The State of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We aim to recruit, hire, develop, and retain a diverse and high performing workforce. Our diversity helps drive our creative and effective problem solving, mutual respect, teamwork, and effective communication with the people we serve.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Lansing, Michigan
Year Founded
Unknown
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