Grade 11 - Assistant City Attorney

Salary - $93, 000 - $100, 000 per year (offer will commensurate with experience)

Benefits offered with this position include: Non-Union Benefits Summary

Work Schedule: Hybrid

Role Summary:

The Assistant City Attorney will work on a wide variety of municipal legal matters. The role is expected to be primarily transactional but may include supporting litigation or administrative proceedings as needed. An attorney in this position will work closely with Deputy and Senior Assistant City Attorneys performing research and transactional work and providing advice and counsel to City staff and City Council. Matters will include real estate, contracts, and various other municipal matters.

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree from accredited law school
• Current member of Michigan State Bar Association
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law
• Experience with WestLaw or other similar legal research resources

Licensing Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan

Education, Training and Experience Preferred:

• Experience practicing municipal law in a municipal setting
• Experience in communicating with higher levels of an organization
• Experience in both litigation and transactions

View Additional Requirements and Information at: Assistant City Attorney Job Description

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