Assistant Corporation Counsel - (Municipal Division)

LAW DEPARTMENT

ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL

MUNICIPAL

How would you like to work for a law firm that is the most diverse in the nation?

• Provides opinions and drafts legislation addressing a wide variety of complex and novel subjects including cutting edge constitutional matters
• Has some of the best lawyers in the state always available for consults
• Relaxed and collegial work environment
• Located in exciting downtown Detroit

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparation of ordinances and legal opinions.
• Attendance at various meetings at all levels of City government.
• Serve as counsel for various City boards and commissions including the Election Commission.
• Counsel and advise clients via email, memorandum, telephonic conference, and person – to – person meetings concerning questions of law and procedure.
• Research, review, and analyze relevant statutes, case law, and Attorney General Opinions to provide legal advice and opinions to clients.
• Maintain monthly statistics, and other administrative tasks required in maintaining weekly calendar and billing requirements, and organized files.

What You Should Have

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an American Bar Association. 
• Must be a member of the Michigan State Bar Association.
• At least two (2) years of related experience preferred.

Please attach a cover letter, resume with references and a written sample.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points