Description:
Overview:Position Type:
Full Time
Description:
Senior Attorney Administrative
Salary: Minimum: $101,216 per year
Distinguishing Features of Work:
This Position Is Responsible for Preparing, Prosecuting, and Defending Complex Cases and Providing a Wide Range of Complex Legal Services to The City. Responsibilities May Include Case Preparation; Reviewing Documents for Legal Implications; Preparation of Opinions on Complex Legal Matters; and Appearing in Court for Assigned Cases. May Supervise Others. Cases of Focus Include Impacts City-Wide, Including Freedom of Information Act Compliance, Litigation Defense, Contractual Law, and Real Estate Matters.
Typical Class Essential Duties: (See Job Description for Complete Specs)
- May Supervise Staff to Include: Prioritizing and Assigning Work; Coordinating Staff Training; and Supporting Personnel Procedures.
- Performs Case Preparation of Assigned Areas, Including: Reviewing and Preparing Documents; Performing Discovery, Comprehensive Legal Research, and Trial Advocacy; and Performing Related Tasks.
- Argues Motions in Court; and Performs Related Tasks.
- Administers Legal Aspects of A Worker's Compensation, Tax, Civil Liability, or Other Areas, as Assigned.
- Investigates Various Claims Against the City and Recommends Appropriate Legal Action.
- Reviews Insurance Coverage and Related Contracts to Ensure Proper Protection of The City; Negotiates, Prepares, and Approves Real Estate Transaction Documents.
- Provides a Wide Range of Legal Guidance to City Departments and Staff; Including Preparing Resolutions, Ordinances, and Legal Opinions.
- Work with Outside Counsel and Governmental Agencies.
- Demonstrates Regular and Predictable Attendance, Including Attendance at Required Meetings.
This Job Description Is Intended to Represent only The Key Areas of Responsibilities; Specific Position Assignments Will Vary Depending on The Business Needs of The Department.
Qualifications:
Training and Experience:
Juris Doctor (jd) Degree and 5 Years of Related Experience; Or, an Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience Sufficient to Successfully Perform the Essential Duties of The Job Such as Those Listed Above. Municipal Legal Experience Preferred.
Licensing Requirements:
- Licensed to Practice Law in Michigan
- Admission to Practice Before U.S. District Court for The Eastern District of Michigan (to Be Obtained Within One Year)
- Admission to Practice Before U.S. Court of Appeals for The Sixth Circuit (to Be Obtained Within One Year)
