Staff Attorney, General Litigation — Constitutional Trials

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan seeks an attorney to litigate cases and sharpen trial skills, addressing constitutional law across Michigan and the Sixth Circuit. Prior litigation is preferred but not required; training and mentorship are provided to help you thrive.

The role involves briefing cutting‑edge constitutional issues, taking depositions, managing discovery and motions, and offering strategic counsel to the client agency. Membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a JD from an accredited law school.
• Four years of post-bar admission legal experience (Senior level).
• Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Brief cutting‑edge constitutional and statutory issues with governance impact.
• Take and defend depositions, handle discovery and motion practice.
• Provide strategic counsel to the client agency on non‑litigation matters.

Skills

Litigation

Trial experience

Deposition

Motion practice

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

State of Michigan seeks an attorney to litigate cases and sharpen trial skills, addressing constitutional law across Michigan and the Sixth Circuit. Prior litigation is preferred but not required; training and mentorship are provided to help you thrive.

The role involves briefing cutting‑edge constitutional issues, taking depositions, managing discovery and motions, and offering strategic counsel to the client agency. Membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar is required.