County Labor & Employment Litigation Counsel

waynecountygovernment; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County in Detroit seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel to provide legal representation and consultation to the County, elected officials, and departments. The role includes handling judicial and administrative proceedings, drafting opinions, contracts, and responding to subpoenas, with regular client communication.

The position emphasizes labor and employment or litigation experience, requiring a Juris Doctorate, Michigan Bar license, and a minimum of three years in the field.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and CLE in assigned practice area.
• State Bar of Michigan license and admission to state and federal courts.
• Minimum three years prior experience in Litigation and/or Labor and Employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and provide legal advice, counsel and recommendations to clients in practice area matters involving the County.
• Handling individual mater assignments for a variety of clients including regular client communication, attending hearings, drafting legal memos, motions, briefs, opinions, and drafting contracts.

Education

Juris Doctorate and CLE in assigned practice area

State Bar of Michigan license and admission to state and federal courts

Minimum three years prior experience in Litigation and/or Labor and Employment

Job description

Wayne County in Detroit seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel to provide legal representation and consultation to the County, elected officials, and departments. The role includes handling judicial and administrative proceedings, drafting opinions, contracts, and responding to subpoenas, with regular client communication.

The position emphasizes labor and employment or litigation experience, requiring a Juris Doctorate, Michigan Bar license, and a minimum of three years in the field.