Description:
How would you like to work for a Law Firm that is the most diverse in the Nation?Has some of the best lawyers in the state always available for consults
- Relaxed and Collegial
- Located in the exciting Downtown Detroit
Examples of Duties:
We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Represents A Government Entity on blight enforcement matters in administrative hearings and court.
- Performs legal research in preparation for hearings and in the resolution and clarification of legal issues and problems.
- Prepares and carries through simple to moderately complex appeals to higher courts and tribunals.
- Negotiates and drafts documents including , correspondence, compliance agreements, , payment plans, releases, orders, directives, policies, and tax or property liens.
- Facilitates relations between property owners represented by counsel and City agencies.
- Advises city agencies on correct legal enforcement procedures based on the 2019 Detroit City Code and state and federal law.
- Participate in blight remediation projects and develop strategy and policy as requested.
- Maintain data pertaining to legal actions and prepare reports as requested.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualifications (required):
- Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association approved institution.
- Five years of experience as a licensed attorney
- Member of the Michigan State Bar.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in electronic legal research, title searching, corporate research
- Experience in real property, code enforcement, and municipal law preferred
- Familiarity with the requirements of the 2019 Detroit City Code pertaining to property maintenance, zoning, and dangerous buildings preferred.
- Knowledge of court procedures and legal principles and their application.
- Skill in legal writing and drafting.
- Ability to analyze and appraise facts, evidence, and precedence.
- Ability to present statements of fact, law, and arguments clearly and logically.
- Ability to display judicial temperament and poise.