Staff Attorney – Labor & Administrative Law

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Labor Division of the State of Michigan seeks an attorney to provide legal representation for its client agencies, boards, and employees. Based in Lansing or Detroit, the role handles diverse assignments including day-to-day advice, opinions, and hearings.

Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Michigan State Bar in good standing, and have four years post-bar experience for the Senior level.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required.
• Membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar is required.
• Senior level requires four years post-bar admission legal experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice to client agencies.
• Conduct legal research and draft formal and informal opinions.
• Represent agencies in contested administrative hearings and court litigation.
• Handle appellate representation in federal and state courts.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Job description

The Labor Division of the State of Michigan seeks an attorney to provide legal representation for its client agencies, boards, and employees. Based in Lansing or Detroit, the role handles diverse assignments including day-to-day advice, opinions, and hearings.

Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Michigan State Bar in good standing, and have four years post-bar experience for the Senior level.