Assistant Corporation Counsel - Blight

LAW DEPARTMENT

 ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL BLIGHT

 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

• Represent the City of Detroit in enforcement matters involving residential and commercial nuisance abatement at administrative hearings and court.
• Pursue cost recovery litigation on behalf of the City of Detroit.
• Litigation against convenience stores and gas stations selling illegal products and unlicensed operations.
• Defend the City of Detroit in litigation brought pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
• Represent the City of Detroit in marijuana licensing matters.
• Perform legal research in preparation for hearings and in the resolution and clarification of legal issues and problems.
• Prepare and carry through complex appeals to higher courts and tribunals.
• Advise City agencies on correct legal enforcement procedures based on the 2019 Detroit City Code and state and federal law.
• Participate in enforcement projects and develop strategy and policy as requested.
• Review of document production requests, consultation with document producing departments of the City and defense of litigation regarding requests for production.
• Review of license materials and other tasks as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Experience in nuisance abatement law and real estate law is helpful but not required.
2. Litigation experience preferred.
3. Proficient in electronic legal research.
4. Knowledge of court procedures and legal principals and their application.
5. Skill in legal writing and drafting.
6. Ability to analyze and appraise facts, evidence, and precedence.
7. Ability to present statements of fact, law, and arguments clearly and logically.
8. Ability to display judicial temperament and poise.
9. Exceptional communication skills.

What You Should Have

1. Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association approved institution.
2. Must be a member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar.

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
• Detroit Residency Credit:   15 point

LRD: 08/26/22