In-House Counsel for Education Leaders (Contracts & Labor)

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

MASA in Michigan seeks an experienced attorney to serve as In-House Legal Counsel, providing confidential legal advice and support to MASA's member superintendents and administrators. The role focuses on employment and labor law and on negotiating contracts for district leaders, with a deep understanding of Michigan's public education system and school governance.

The successful candidate will offer practical solutions, proactive guidance, and trusted counsel to protect members' professional

Qualifications

• Attorney with strong understanding of employment and labor law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating education contracts.
• Knowledge of Michigan public education system and school governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential legal advice to MASA members and leadership.
• Support contract negotiations for superintendent/administrator contracts in education.
• Advise on employment and labor law issues affecting school districts.

Skills

employment law

labor law

contract negotiations

Job description

MASA in Michigan seeks an experienced attorney to serve as In-House Legal Counsel, providing confidential legal advice and support to MASA's member superintendents and administrators. The role focuses on employment and labor law and on negotiating contracts for district leaders, with a deep understanding of Michigan's public education system and school governance.

The successful candidate will offer practical solutions, proactive guidance, and trusted counsel to protect members' professional