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Staff Attorney 15/16 - Corrections Division

State of Michigan

Lansing, MIFull-time$33.53–71.64/hrPosted 1 day agoVerified open today

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At a glance

Compensation
$33.53–71.64/hr
Location
Lansing, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Membership In Michigan State BarDoctorate

Job overview

The Staff Attorney position in the General Litigation section of the Corrections Division handles defense of civil rights cases against the Michigan Department of Corrections in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals, requiring a Juris Doctorate and Michigan State Bar membership.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Civil Rights Defense

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate DegreeMembership in Michigan State BarFour Years Post-Bar Legal Experience

Full job description

This position is assigned to the General Litigation section, the Western District team, of the Corrections Division and primarily handles the defense of civil rights cases filed against the Michigan Department of Corrections, its agencies, boards, commissions, officers and employees including representation in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals.

Position Description

Education Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law. Experience Attorney-Staff P15 No specific type or amount is required. Attorney-Senior 16 Four years of post-bar admission legal experience. Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/Attorney.pdf

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