Staff Attorney - Detroit, MI

Only for registered members Detroit, MI , United States

2 days ago

$85,000 - $165,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

This is the experienced level. The candidate performs a full range of professional assignments in a full functioning capacity. Considerable independent judgement is used to make decisions in carrying out assignments. Guidelines may be available but require adaptation or interpret ...

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

NOTE: The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned to every duty.

Manage full case load of properties and be responsible for timely movement and resolution
Manage processing of properties located throughout the City of Detroit, determining if properties require intervention due to blight, vacancy, or other standards; this does involve physical inspection of properties in neighborhood surveys
Draft pleadings, review records, attend hearings, and manage files in various stages of the Nuisance Abatement process
Draft pleadings, review records, attend hearings, and manage files in various stages of Quiet Title actions
Responds to questions, requests for information, and, when appropriate, comments regarding the law from other DLBA staff, City of Detroit departments, and the general public
Conduct litigation hearings
Provide direct supervision to paralegal, second chair, or support staff, as applicable
Confer with legal team and DLBA staff on various matters including, but not limited to, Freedom of Information Act requests, contract activity, evictions, and disposition and demolition of property
Perform legal and general research
Perform additional duties as directed by the Principal Attorney, Deputy General Counsel or General Counsel

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

Manage litigation, devise litigation strategy with limited supervision

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

NOTE: Some knowledge in the area listed is required at the entry level, developing knowledge is required at the experienced level, and thorough knowledge is required at the advanced level.

Must be a missiondriven individual with high personal integrity and a strong sense of public service to the residents of the City of Detroit
Excellent communication skills, particularly in public speaking and writing
Excellent organizational and time management skills as well as the ability to multitask
Excellent analytical, and problemsolving skills, and good judgment to identify potential solutions
Understanding of and ability to apply attorney ethics rules
Familiarity with and ability to prepare basic litigation documents
Ability to work well in a fast paced and demanding environment
Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team
Ability to conduct research that is relevant, accurate, and thorough
Experience using and proficiency with MS Office
SelfDriven and Ambitious Attorney
Detroit residency, preferred

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Basic knowledge of the litigation process, court rules, and civil procedure.

EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Associationaccredited law school

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