Staff Attorney 15/16 - State Operations Division
State of Michigan
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Staff Attorney 15/16: Retirement Section - State Operations Division
State of Michigan
Attorney General
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$33.53 - $71.64
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves acting as a lawyer for Michigan state agencies, especially those handling retirement benefits, by giving legal advice on things like who qualifies for pensions, duties of those managing funds, and helping with court cases or deals.
It's a good fit for someone who enjoys public service law and has experience in areas like employee benefits or government operations.
Entry-level lawyers can apply for the junior role, while those with more experience qualify for the senior position.
Key Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar
- For Attorney-Staff P15: No specific legal experience required
- For Attorney-Senior 16: Four years of post-bar admission legal experience
- Ability to provide legal representation to state agencies and officials
- Knowledge of retirement systems, benefit eligibility, and fiduciary duties
- Attach resume and cover letter to apply
Full Job Description
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This position is responsible for providing daily legal representation to various state agencies, boards, commissions, officers, and employees, with a focus on the State’s retirement systems. The work includes advising on benefit eligibility, fiduciary duties, and supporting the systems in administrative proceedings, litigation, and transactional matters.
Position Description
Requirements
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.
Additional Information
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
You must attach a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for this position.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes