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State of Michigan

Staff Attorney 15/16 - Corrections Division

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  • Full Time
  • $33.53 - $71.64/hour
  • Lansing, MI
April 6, 2026 Attorney

Job Description

Job Description



This position is assigned to the General Litigation section, the Western District team, of the Corrections Division and primarily handles the defense of civil rights cases filed against the Michigan Department of Corrections, its agencies, boards, commissions, officers and employees including representation in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals.
Position Description

Required Education and Experience

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.


You must attach your Resume, Cover Letter and Official Transcript to the Attachments section of your application to be considered for this position.

Additional Requirements and 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 

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Salary
  • $33.53 - $71.64/hour


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