Staff Attorney 15/16 - State Operations Division
State of Michigan
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Staff Attorney 15/16 - Special Litigation Division
State of Michigan
Attorney General
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$33.53 - $71.64
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 28, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a lawyer in Michigan's Special Litigation Division, where you'll represent the state in energy-related cases before regulatory commissions and courts, advocating for consumers and ratepayers.
You'll start with simpler tasks like giving legal advice to agencies and handling basic proceedings, under the guidance of a senior attorney.
It's a good fit for new or mid-level lawyers interested in public service, energy regulation, and administrative law who are licensed in Michigan.
Key Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar
- For Attorney-Senior (P16): Four years of post-bar admission legal experience
- For Attorney-Staff (P15): No specific experience required
- Ability to provide legal representation in state and federal administrative proceedings and courts
- Experience or knowledge in energy regulation and utility matters preferred
- Must attach resume and cover letter with application
Full Job Description
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The attorney in this position will serve in the Special Litigation Division.
The attorney, under supervision of the Division Chief, will primarily represent the Attorney General and the People of State of Michigan as ratepayer/consumer advocate in energy related cases and other proceedings before the Michigan Public Service Commission, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as well as state and federal courts and agencies.
Moreover, the attorney may work on matters involving the Utility Consumer Participation Board, the State 911 Committee, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), and PJM.
The attorney will initially handle assignments that are typically of limited factual and legal complexity including providing day-to-day legal advice to state agencies as well as provide representation in state and federal administrative proceedings and courts.
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
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