Assistant Corporation Counsel Senior

Oakland County; Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 110.000 - 147.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

Oakland County is seeking an experienced attorney to provide trusted legal counsel to administrators and elected officials, protecting the County’s legal interests. This role offers the chance to work on diverse matters in a mission-driven public-service setting.

You will conduct legal research, draft memorandums, review and negotiate complex contracts, and oversee real estate documents. A strong background in government law is highly valued.

Qualifikationen

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and admission to the Michigan Bar.
• Minimum six years of full-time legal practice experience.
• Experience in real estate transactions, government torts, §1983 litigation, contracts and municipal law is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal advice to County administrators, departments, and elected officials.
• Conduct legal research and draft memorandums for county leadership.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and intergovernmental agreements.
• Review documents for real estate transactions and for sale of goods or services.
• Ensure compliance with grant programs and advise on grant agreements.
• Collaborate with County departments, leadership, and outside counsel.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Litigation

Counsel to administrators

Legal writing

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission in Michigan

Jobbeschreibung

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$109,529- $146,747 This position is hybrid.

Are you an experienced attorney looking for an opportunity to apply your legal expertise while making an impact in public service? As an attorney with Oakland County, you’ll provide trusted legal counsel to administrators and elected officials, and help protect the County’s legal and operational interests. You’ll enjoy this role if you thrive on challenging legal work, variety, collaboration, and the opportunity to serve your community.

What You’ll Do

• Provide legal advice and counsel to County administrators, departments, and elected officials.
• Conduct legal research, write and draft memorandums to county administrators and elected officials
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements with third parties.
• Review and draft documents for real estate transactions (leases, easements, purchase agreements, and licenses)
• Review contracts for the sale of goods and professional services
• Review and draft intergovernmental agreements
• Review and advise on grant agreements and compliance with grant program requirements
• Collaborate with County departments, leadership, outside counsel, and other stakeholders.

Why You’ll Love It

• Work on diverse and meaningful legal matters that directly impact Oakland County and its residents.
• Gain exposure to complex issues across a wide range of County operations and services.
• Serve as a trusted legal resource to County leaders and elected officials.
• Apply your litigation, research, writing, negotiation, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic public-sector environment.
• Build a rewarding legal career while contributing to effective and responsible local government.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor of Law or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college of law.
• Have at least six (6) years of full-time work experience in the practice of law.
• Experience in the following practice areas is desirable: real estate transactions; Governmental Tort Liability Act and tort defense; 42 U.S.C. §1983 litigation; criminal defense or prosecution; auto negligence defense; local government taxation, workers’ compensation; employment law; contracts; commercial leases; insurance law; civil trial and appellate experience; and municipal law related to government duties, responsibilities, immunities, and privileges.
• Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts legal research on questions presented by County departments or on litigation matters and provide a written opinion.
• Conducts research and renders legal advice to various County administrators and elected officials concerning their rights, obligations and/or privileges.
• If assigned, handle complex cases initiated by the County or formulate and present the defense for suits brought against the County.
• Follows legal precedent in representing the County in civil legal matters in the appropriate courts.
• If assigned, review, prepare, and/or negotiate contracts and other legal documents to which the County