Senior City Attorney — Complex Municipal Litigation

Dearborn, City of (MI); Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dearborn seeks a seasoned attorney to prepare, prosecute, and defend complex cases and provide a wide range of legal services to the City. This role may supervise staff and requires collaboration with outside counsel and City departments to advance legal objectives.

Responsibilities include case preparation, legal research, drafting opinions, and court appearances. The position may involve supervising staff and supporting resolutions, ordinances, and real estate/insurance matters for

Qualifications

• JD degree and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Municipal legal experience preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan; admission to federal courts within one year; valid MI driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff by prioritizing and assigning work.
• Prepare case materials, conduct discovery, and perform comprehensive legal research.
• Argue motions in court and handle related tasks.
• Provide legal guidance to City departments and staff; draft resolutions, ordinances, and opinions.
• Work with outside counsel and governmental agencies.
• Review insurance coverage and contracts to protect City interests.

Skills

Legal research

Court advocacy

Case management

Policy guidance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal databases

Job description

The City of Dearborn seeks a seasoned attorney to prepare, prosecute, and defend complex cases and provide a wide range of legal services to the City. This role may supervise staff and requires collaboration with outside counsel and City departments to advance legal objectives.

Responsibilities include case preparation, legal research, drafting opinions, and court appearances. The position may involve supervising staff and supporting resolutions, ordinances, and real estate/insurance matters for