Research Attorney

Full Job Description

The employee in this position gathers, synthesizes, and analyzes legal and technical information to provide high quality, unbiased research to state legislators and legislative staff. Communicates findings in writing and orally to support public policy development and bill drafting. Provides legal review of Division products. Drafts policy resolutions for state legislators. Completes assignments independently with a moderate amount of supervision.

The LSB Research Services Division is part of the Michigan Legislative Council. The division provides non-partisan analysis, information, and research services to members of the Michigan Legislature as requested related to bill drafting and other legislative areas.

This is a full-time job, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Job Description

Requirements

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Membership in good standing in the State Bar of Michigan required.
• Some legal writing and research experience required.
• Familiarity with the legislative process, state government operations, and Michigan statutes desired.
• Excellent writing and research skills required, including knowledge of legal research resources.
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required, including the ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Occasional overtime and irregular hours as required.

Additional Information

Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan.

Applicants must include the following four items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:

1. Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
2. Resume.
3. A copy of college transcripts.
4. A copy of law school transcripts.

The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

The Legislative Council is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government.

All Legislative Council employees are considered “at-will,” except for LSB Printing Division union members. Employees are required to be non-partisan and maintain confidentiality.

This job is located at Boji Tower, 124 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan.

For job-related questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.

For technical support with your online application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.