Law Clerk Jobs in Holt, MI

Legal Administrative Assistant (Global Law Firm) Days/Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm Comp Package: Base salary to $65K, Paid Overtime, Full Benefits, Bonus, 401K+, etc. Responsibilities for Legal Administrative Assistant: Answer incoming calls and transfer within the Firm and to outside numbers Greet guests and walk them to the appropriate conference room, attorney's office or visitor office Manage conference room reservations including reserving meeting space by using conference booking software, noting details including technology, A/V, catering, supplies and other support needs Assist with the creation of signage, name badge and sign in sheets for large scale client meetings and events Provide support to Catering and Office Services departments including arranging catering needs by acting as a liaison Order cars for attorneys and clients, as needed Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant: College degree is preferred 1+ years of prior experience in a law firm or hospitality environment is required Communicate with all levels of employees across all offices and multitask well Possess excellent customer service skills and demonstrate professional telephone etiquette and excellent verbal and written communication skills

Our insurance defense team is growing. First-party and third-party No-Fault, insurance coverage, dog bite cases, and premises liability. The ideal candidate will manage litigation cases and resolve legal disputes on behalf of clients by developing agreements, negotiating contacts, setting claims and advocating for clients in court. This individual will build client relationships and provide an excellent customer experience for clients. Great location in downtown East Lansing. Competitive salary based upon experience. Salary range $70,000.00 to $120,000.00. Health insurance / HSA available, 401k, and merit based / performance bonuses. Responsibilities Provide legal support to clients and assist attorneys Maintain client relationships Prepare legal reports and documents Qualifications Ideal candidate would have at least 2-3 years of litigation experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience JD from accredited law school License to practice law in Michigan Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong legal knowledge

OBJECTIVE Michigan Farm Bureau - Legal Internship Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding paid internship opportunity with one of Michigan's top ranked workplaces? Michigan Farm Bureau is seeking to hire one legal intern in 2025. Our interns will receive hands-on training and support from their managers and company mentors, will support the day-to-day operations of their divisions, and may have the opportunity to work on various project teams. About Us Michigan Farm Bureau represents Michigan's vast agricultural diversity and farms of all types and sizes as the state's largest general farm organization. We're proud to be a grass-roots organization where members from our 65 county Farm Bureaus have input and influence at the local, state and national levels. Here's a sampling of the activities Michigan Farm Bureau performs: Represent members and advocate on behalf of member-adopted policy in the state Legislature and Congress Work with state agencies and industry stakeholders to create new marketing opportunities and/or solve problems that challenge agricultural production and marketing Keep members abreast of changing environmental regulations and promote proactive environmental stewardship Provide labor and safety training and resources for farm employers and their staff Offer valuable member benefits, ranging from vehicle and hotel discounts to affordable health and dental insurance Help young farmers improve their leadership and business skills Assist teachers in educating students about Michigan agriculture and perform many other activities to raise public understanding and awareness about modern farming Publish Michigan Farm News and other communications products to provide members with helpful and relevant information about timely agricultural topics. RESPONSIBILITIES The primary focus will be agricultural law and regulatory issues affecting farmers. There will be some work related to insurance policies and compliance. The position offers an opportunity to interact with governmental agencies, industry groups, and businesses and individuals associated with production agriculture. Collaborate with department staff to contribute on various processes and projects. Undertake special assignments as instructed by department manager. Build relationships with department stakeholders and contribute toward company and department goals. QUALIFICATIONS Required: must have completed at least two years of law school and be currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor program. However, recent law school graduates waiting for bar exam results are also encouraged to apply. Excellent research and writing skills with a proven track record as an excellent team player. Outstanding communication and customer service skills. An agricultural or insurance backgrounds are helpful but not required.

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.* Under the general supervision of a Circuit Court or Probate Court Judge, researches the law, advises the Court, and prepares opinions, orders, bench memoranda, and other documents for the Court. Acts as a special deputy with the Ingham County Sheriff's Office providing courtroom security, duties for which may include standing by out-of-custody offenders who are being remanded to jail and giving verbal commands pending the arrival of a deputy sheriff. The Law Clerk performs numerous other administrative and jury management tasks. 1. Analyzes court filings; conducts legal research; drafts opinions, orders, bench memoranda, and other recommendations regarding any matter before the Court whether it be petitions, motions, objections, bench trials, jury trials, or other proceedings. 2. Assists a Judge with their docket in accordance with specific law, court rules, policy, and procedures applicable to that docket. Dockets may include: a combined docket between the Ingham County Probate Court and the Ingham County Circuit Court (30th Judicial Circuit), a criminal law docket, a civil law docket, a family law docket, a probate docket, dockets associated with specialty court arrangements such as Business Court, Mental Health Court, Swift and Sure Sanctions Probationary Program, Phoenix Court, Family Recovery Court, or other specialty courts. Incumbents are expected to know applicable law, court rules, policy, and procedure related to the assigned Judge's docket(s) and to maintain up-to-date knowledge on upcoming and proposed changes. Incumbents may be required to attend continuing education opportunities to maintain and expand knowledge bases. 3. Remain in the courtroom when an incarcerated individual is present. Provides security for the assigned Judge, staff, jury, and general public, including contact with potentially disruptive individuals. Assist Sheriff's Department as directed to assist in the non-physical management of prisoners. Duties may include use of pepper spray and hand cuffs, and participating in associated training. Prepares and monitors the courtroom before, during, and after proceedings, including performing security checks among other tasks. Regularly contacts and communicates with the Ingham County Sheriff's Office and other security personnel. 4. Assists the Court in facilitating jury trials, including preparing the jury room, maintaining jury security and the integrity of jury deliberations, sequestering/escorting jurors as needed, completing related paperwork, and other tasks as directed. Assists in storage and security of related evidence during a trial or other proceeding. 5. In concert with the Judge and their staff, including the Court Recorder/Reporter, facilitates in-person and remote court proceedings, including operating applications/devices such as Zoom, Polycom, telephone, hearing-assistive devices, among other systems. Sets up and monitors breakout rooms to ensure confidentiality of communications such as attorney/client privileged communications. 6. May serve a Judge who is regularly assigned dockets in two separate courts, the Ingham County Probate Court and Ingham County Circuit Court (30th Judicial Circuit). 7. Assists Judge manage their docket, including receiving and reviewing filings and other documents for the Court; taking appropriate action based on the filings/documents, including operating the Court's case management system, document management system, and other systems as appropriate; preparing, maintaining, and ensuring the availability of lateral files or other documents for hearings and trials; cross checking the accuracy of party names, assigned attorneys, and case assignments; ensuring notices of hearing and proofs of service are properly served and are in otherwise good order and taking appropriate follow up action; among other tasks. Incumbents are responsible for forwarding accepted filings to either the Probate Court Office, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, or the Circuit Court Juvenile Division for docketing and other action. 8. In concert with the Judicial Assistant, ensures the timeliness of judicial case processing according to the guidelines issued by the State Court Administrative Office, including the dissemination of appropriate calendars; notifying litigants, attorneys, and others regarding event dates; arranging transportation of litigants in custody; and working with attorneys and litigants to schedule trials/other matters. 9. Attends, observes, and assists with courtroom proceedings, including courtroom preparations, monitoring courtroom decorum of all participants or audiences, and taking any steps necessary for the subsequent preparation of opinions/orders or other further actions of the Court; corresponds with attorneys or litigants on file maintenance and case management; assists general public with preparation and submission of various pleadings and other filings including Personal Protection Orders among other case types, where applicable; maintains a record of all matters under advisement; maintains and updates opinion banks; prepares, organizes, and reviews daily files for proceedings and other events, including reviewing pleadings, determining when to contact attorneys/litigants to resolve issues; maintains and updates law library; attend meetings alongside the assigned Judge when directed, including in-chambers conferences, committee meetings, or other meetings as required; and assists other courts and court staff as instructed. 10. In the absence of the Judicial Assistant, answers the telephone and manages people coming to the Judicial Office. 11. May perform other duties as assigned by the Judge or in their absence, the Court. Other Functions: * Performs other duties as assigned. * Must adhere to Court standards with respect to confidentiality and other privacy issues. * May be required to report in person during public health emergencies and risk of exposure to communicable diseases. * May be exposed to detailed, graphic, and traumatic content in filings, exhibits, and/or testimony, including those outlining horrific events. * Must be able to remain composed and professional during stressful situations. * Must be able to utilize interpersonal and management skills, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities across a wide-range of courts, practice areas, offices, and staff. * Must be able to use diplomacy, discretion, and judgment in rendering information and opinions. * Must be able to represent the Circuit Court and Probate Court with dignity, integrity, professionalism, and with a spirt of cooperation in all relationships with the public, staff, and stakeholders. * Must be able to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of diverse populations/cultures. * Must be able to organize own work, set priorities, and meet deadlines. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Education: Must be a graduate of or a student at a reputable and qualified law school. Experience: Between one and two years of progressively more responsible or expansive legal experience in a court or law firm setting is required, including in externship/internship or student law clerk environments. Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, disability status', ages, LGBTQIA+ status' and genders to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions. Other Requirements: While employed in this position, the incumbent must be a resident of the State of Michigan. The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria. Working Conditions: * This position works in an indoor environment. * This position may occasionally be required to travel between Court locations. * This position is exposed to individuals in crisis. These individuals may suffer from mental or emotional illness, or have violent tendencies. Physical Requirements: * Must have the mental capacity to perform mostly mental work associated with this position as would be associated in doing writing and research. * Must have the physical capacity to guard, escort and control those in custody. * Must be able to utilize a standard telephone system and computer system. * This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers. * This position's physical requirements require periodic stamina in climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, grasping, handling and pinching. * This position's physical requirements require regular stamina in traversing, twisting, bending, lifting, carrying, and reaching. * This position's physical requirements require continuous stamina in sitting, standing, walking, typing and enduring repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers. * This position performs light work requiring the ability to exert 50 pounds or less of force in the physical requirements above. * This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries submitting in writing, in person, over the phone or virtually. * This position requires the ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter and retrieve information from a computer. * This position requires the ability to familiarize one's self with various technology and applications. * Must have stamina to remain seated for extended periods of time. * This position requires the ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress. This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements. MC 10 2023

Starting Pay: $47.4688 Hourly ($98,735) Step A: $49.8284 Hourly ($103,643) Step B: $52.1875 Hourly ($108,550) Step C: $53.7529 Hourly ($111,806) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Member in good standing of the Michigan State Bar -AND- three (3) years' experience in the practice of criminal law either as a prosecutor, public defender or in private criminal defense practice, which includes trial experience as lead counsel or second chair in four (4) criminal jury trials. Completion of MIDC-approved trial skills simulation programs may count toward trial experience. Must be able to produce, upon request, a list of trials conducted and proof of completion of any and all trial skills training programs. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations. JOB SUMMARY: Performs indigent criminal defense for adult criminal cases with a concentration in complex high-severity felonies and a wide variety of legal tasks in the criminal divisions of circuit and district court which includes legal research and representation of clients at all critical stages; under the general direction of Chief Public Defender, provides indigent defense attorney services support, consultation and training for less experienced attorneys and interns. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS: Reviews charging documents, police reports and other discovery as provided by the prosecution. Promptly meets with clients and learns the client's goals for the representation and any special needs of the client. Determines what further fact investigation to undertake and directs that investigation, including the identification, consultation and hiring of applicable experts as approved by the Chief Public Defender. Determines what legal issues need development, researches those issues and presents them in the appropriate forum. Negotiates with the prosecution and promptly advises the client of the status of those negotiations. Litigates any issues that are necessary and appropriate, including bringing cases to trial, handling probation violations and other hearings as assigned. Conducts any post-trial litigation necessary, such as sentencing. Maintains availability to other staff members and roster attorneys for consultation and education, participates in training programs and maintains current knowledge of appropriate support functions, including participation in training and mentoring other attorneys as requested by the Chief Public Defender. Maintains accurate, complete and legible case files. Performs other attorney functions as assigned, including show cause hearings, state grand jury proceedings and other hearings as assigned. Assists junior staff and roster attorneys with trial strategy, plea negotiations and client relations as directed by the Chief Public Defender. Performs related work as required. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of law including the Michigan Court Rules and Evidence Rules. Proficiency in criminal law and trial practice. Ability to research and analyze legal problems and present findings in an orderly manner. Ability to comply with the requirements of Michigan Indigent Defense Counsel Standards. Ability to maintain confidentiality with highly sensitive information. Ability to utilize the services of experts, as necessary to communicate with clients, witnesses and all case related persons. Ability to work effectively with the economically disadvantaged and diverse social, cultural and ethnic populations in a respectful and sensitive manner. Ability to operate technology to search, update, correct and retrieve information. Ability to present a visual trial including working with multi-media presentation applications and equipment. Ability to communicate very effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships. Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions. Ability to work independently, collaboratively and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion. KEEP UP-TO-DATE Follow Genesee County Human Resources and Labor Relations on Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest opportunities to become part of Team Genesee. Discover how you can contribute to our common purpose of making a positive impact on Genesee County while enjoying the many advantages of a career with us. For more information about our benefits packages and the diverse range of departments we serve, visit ************************ Genesee County is proud to be a MVAA Bronze Level Certified Veteran Friendly Employer. Join us and let's build a brighter future for Genesee County.

REQUIREMENTS Seeking an associate with patent litigation experience and a mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, materials engineering or electrical engineering degree. Candidates must have strong legal writing skills and must be willing to travel for court appearances. Candidates must also be proactive, with a strong business and entrepreneurial sense and communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage internal and external client and counsel relationships and must have strong analytical, problem-solving, and issue resolution skills. Candidates must also have the ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines and a demonstrated commitment to teamwork and client service. SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. CONFIDENTIALITY At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. **Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

Job Summary As an Immigration Attorney with Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert legal representation for a diverse client base including our most vulnerable neighbors. Your passion for immigrant rights will help empower vulnerable communities, promote cultural understanding, and advance social equity. You will work closely with clients, valuing cultural diversity and building respectful, trusting relationships. In this role, you will guide individuals through complex legal matters, ensuring they feel supported and understood at every step. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain knowledge base of immigration related laws, regulations and pending legislation Provide immigration-related legal representation Provide community presentations to educate on immigration law Attend and participate in agency meetings, as appropriate Provide support to Program Director, as needed Supervise volunteers and interns Advocate for immigrant rights through positive relations with other CBOs and government entities Qualifications Education: J.D. from accredited law school Experience: 6 months of experience practicing immigration law; experience as part of a multicultural team Required Licenses, Certifications, and Training: member of Bar of any state; MI operator license; computer skills; excellent written and oral communications skills; second language preferred Personal Attributes Anticipated Mission-Driven: Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work Collaborative Team Player: Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them Culturally Sensitive: Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment Integrity: Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization's mission Work Environment & Physical Demands This position is on-site and may not be eligible for remote work Attendance at occasional meetings or events outside regular business hours is required The role involves working with sensitive or potentially traumatic information and direct interaction with individuals or families in crisis Physical requirements include frequent use of hands for handling objects, tools, or controls; talking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds Vision requirements include close-up work, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus The work environment may involve varying degrees of physical discomfort and occasional loud noise Occasional driving, potentially with Clients, during the workday may be needed for operational purposes Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions Comments: This job description is intended to outline the essential functions, general supplementary tasks, and key requirements for successful performance in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional tasks may be assigned, and management reserves the right to modify duties as needed.

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. LOCATION This is a hybrid (onsite/virtual) with minimum onsite requirements on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Employment Attorney provides legal advice and recommendations to executives and management regarding matters of complexity which have or may have a material impact on the business. The incumbent is considered an expert in their legal practice area (employment, labor, and benefit related legal matters) and works independently and with a base of regular clients and partners to meet their legal needs and goals and helps those clients and partners develop strategies important to the business. Research legal principles and precedents, draft and execute legal documents, and gather relevant case related information using multiple sources and methods, with the matters occasionally requiring consultation with outside counsel and experts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide legal counsel to clients regarding employment practices and compliance (including labor, non-labor, and benefits issues) * Conduct legal research, keep clients informed of developments in the relevant practice subject areas, explain legal concepts, develop strategies to mitigate legal risk * Provide direction to, and work collaboratively with, other professional, paraprofessional and support staff to develop solutions to problems presented * Conduct training for co-workers on various legal topics and advise/assist less experienced attorneys * Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with the company's business activities. Assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations * Manage outside counsel and legal vendors * Represent the company externally in matters such as negotiations, regulatory or court proceedings, or meetings with customers or other stakeholders * Serve as leader and advisor, lead cases or projects and provide legal counsel on a broad range of significant corporate and business matters as applicable to their practice area. Handle all aspects of work, including, by way of example, project management, draft and negotiate contracts and agreements, manage litigation or regulatory matters (e.g., drafting discovery and legal pleadings, briefs, attending hearings), advise on corporate and governance issues, and handle fewer complex mergers and acquisitions * Other duties as assigned or may be necessary KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Practice area expert (to include Title VII, Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, ADA, MPWDA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, ERISA) and leader of cases or projects of moderate- to high-complexity * Demonstrated dependability as an Attorney * Ability to handle multiple projects, and the ability to meet competing deadlines * Knowledge of State and federal laws and regulations in legal specialty * Ability to analyze and, through appropriate inquiry, develop facts and provide advice on the applicable law EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Juris Doctor Degree with four (4) or more years of experience as an attorney with a law firm and/or as in-house counsel * Admission to Michigan's or other acceptable jurisdiction's state bar PREFERRED EXPERIENCE * Four (4) or more years of experience advising on employment-related matters including risk assessment, administrative charges, and litigation * Four (4) or more years of experience advising on labor-related matters, including contract interpretation, arbitration, and unfair labor practice charges * Four (4) or more years of experience advising on ERISA and non-ERISA benefits matters (health and welfare and retirement plans) and executive compensation matters #LI-JH1 Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service. What we offer: * Competitive compensation packages * Medical, Dental and Vision * 401k with company match * Paid parental leave * Up to 13 paid Holidays * Paid time off * Educational Assistance Program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, cap ABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Job Segment: Law, Compliance, M&A, Project Manager, Legal, Management, Research, Technology

SitusAMC is where the best and most passionate people come to transform our client's businesses and their own careers. Whether you're a real estate veteran, a passionate technologist, or looking to get your start, join us as we work together to realize opportunities for everyone, we proudly serve. At SitusAMC, we are looking to match your unique experience with one of our amazing careers, so that we can help you realize your potential and career growth within the Real Estate Industry. If you are someone who can be yourself, advocate for others, stay nimble, dream big, own every outcome, and think global but act local - come join our team! The internship role provides in-depth exposure to SitusAMC and other areas of the business where the candidate will receive guidance and work closely with experienced professionals. **Position Overview:** This position will provide support to Legal Department attorneys and other professionals on contracts, projects, and other assigned matters. The intern in this position will work with legal and business partners across the company in furtherance of the firm's business objectives in a collaborative and full-service in-house legal department. This is a full-time internship taking place from June 2nd - August 22nd (12 weeks). **Essential Job Functions:** + Review, analyze, draft responses, and negotiate requests for revisions to various agreements (including but not limited to NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and vendor agreements) and identify exceptions for review by attorneys in line with applicable guidelines. Provide recommendations relating to any exceptions or escalations + Maintain and revise contract templates for review by in-house attorneys, as necessary + Lead and support various ad hoc projects within the Legal department + Assist in maintaining contract and document management systems + Communicate and collaborate with Sales, Finance, and other supporting cross-functional teams to answer questions and resolve issues related to commercial contracts + Draft form contracts and correspondence using proper template and within established service levels + Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, as needed + Support other Legal professionals as needed, including but not limited to preparing PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets and other materials and communications, policy and process communications, litigation hold notices, and other matters, as needed + Have strong knowledge and understanding of department policies and procedures as they relate to job function + Consistently ensure that business is always conducted with integrity + Such other activities as may be assigned by your manager and/or department attorneys **Qualifications/ Requirements:** + Graduate Student in good academic standing + Minimum GPA of 3.0 + Attending law school + Must demonstrate high academic achievement, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills Note: This is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings. Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings. SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. The annual full time base salary range for this role is $20.00 - $25.00 Specific compensation is determined through interviews and a review of relevant education, experience, training, skills, geographic location and alignment with market data. Additionally, certain positions may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility and SitusAMC Senior Management approval. SitusAMC offers PTO and paid holidays, the terms of which are set forth in the program policies. All full time employees also are eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (****************************************************************************************************** SitusAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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If you are an internal associate, please login to Workday and apply through Jobs Hub. Job PurposeThe Administrative Assistant, Insurance Legal provides a full range of professional administrative support to the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Insurance Legal and Product Development, and to both the Insurance Legal and Product Drafting and State Filing business units. This position coordinates multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while utilizing independent discretion and judgment.Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Schedules and coordinates meetings by outlining agenda content, coordinating speaker materials, securing video conferencing capabilities, and securing catering services when needed. Creates and edits documents utilizing Word and Excel and develops PowerPoint presentations. Maintains appointment schedules by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, and teleconferences. Arranges travel and maintains travel calendar. Maintains business unit team calendars. Organizes and maintains electronic/database information and files complying with firm retention policies. Possesses a working knowledge of corporate policies including compliance, emergency and purchasing policies and others as required. Researches and resolves issues and identifies opportunities for improvement. Distributes daily mail for Insurance Legal and Product Drafting & State Filing business units. Assists with SEC filings as needed, including revising and proofreading documents, correcting formatting issues, gathering and converting any necessary exhibits, ensuring all accompanying documents to the filings are current and accurate. Assists attorneys and other team members in obtaining updated Powers of Attorney, e-signature authorizations, signatures, and any necessary notarizations for filings or other regulatory materials. Organizes and tracks routing materials, comments, and responses and assists in implementing changes. Manages SharePoint access controls to restricted pre-launch product filing documentation. Prepares and processes business expense reports as delegate for attorney(s), director(s), and manager(s) as needed. Prepares and submits necessary purchase orders and associated documents necessary to settle invoices related to department business needs. Prepares outgoing memos and letters, using initiative to prepare routine correspondence, proofreading/editing other material (e.g. bi-weekly reports) as necessary. Answers telephone calls and receives visitors when the attorney(s) are not available and responds to routine requests. Other Duties Other duties and special projects as assigned. May work overtime as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Demonstrates strong dependability and reliability. Exhibits a strong work ethic, is capable of taking ownership, and has the ability to independently drive work/projects through to completion. Strong ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills with a strong attention to detail. Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong proficiency in SharePoint, Confluence and Oracle. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to quickly learn new skills and concepts. Ability to act in a professional and ethical manner at all times. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Must be proactive with the ability to manage multiple on-going requests and/or projects. Demonstrates excellent judgment/diplomacy. Ability to work overtime as needed and may be required to respond to requests outside of normal business hours. Education & Experience H.S. Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience preferred. 3+ years of previous administrative support experience, preferably working with persons at an executive level required. We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.

Job Title: Attorney Company's Basic Information Our client is a leading law firm in Genesee County specializing in Family Law, Criminal Defense, and DUI/Drunk Driving. Take pride in joining an aggressive law team to ensure your clients receive the outcomes they need. In any given year, they represent around 100 family law clients. Role Summary When you join the law firm, you will be responsible for current client cases as well as new cases that come in. While the position is mainly remote, you will be required to make court appearance in the Genesee County Courts to advocate for your clients. Duties and Responsibilities Advise and represent clients in criminal and civil proceeding. Conduct legal research and analysis of legal issues. Draft legal documents. Coordinate with other legal professionals. Qualifications and Skills Completed BAR with passing score. Licensed to practice law and represent clients in court. New grads welcome! Link Recruiting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.

POSITION: Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a staff attorney in our Lansing office, which serves Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee and Livingston Counties. This position is part of the Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP), a partnership with Legal Services of Eastern Michigan, Legal Aid of Western Michigan, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, Legal Services of Northern Michigan, and Lakeshore Legal Aid to provide outreach and a wide range of legal representation and advocacy to victims of crime, primarily domestic violence and elder abuse survivors, under the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). CVLAP is a statewide program with attorneys throughout Michigan. This current opening will focus on domestic violence. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM is a division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. MAP has provided civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for more than 50 years. Today, MAP's Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) has five legal aid offices in south and central Michigan serving 13 counties with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), migrant and seasonal farmworkers (Farmworker Legal Services), providing research and training support to all legal aid advocates (Michigan Poverty Law Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org, cvlap.org, and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/176. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We are looking for a legal assistant who can help the busy attorneys and paralegals at our law office assist our clients. You'll be responsible for managing office correspondence, including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and ensuring our legal team is aware of upcoming deadlines. You'll also assist with preparing legal documents and contracts, and perform any other tasks as needed to ensure our firm is operating efficiently. If you work well in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver a high-quality work product, reach out to us today! Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support from the accounting department Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly Proficient with MS Office products Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment Associate's degree or some college is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is necessary Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills

**Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.*** Under the general supervision of a Circuit Court or Probate Court Judge, researches the law, advises the Court, and prepares opinions, orders, bench memoranda, and other documents for the Court. Acts as a special deputy with the Ingham County Sheriff's Office providing courtroom security, duties for which may include standing by out-of-custody offenders who are being remanded to jail and giving verbal commands pending the arrival of a deputy sheriff. The Law Clerk performs numerous other administrative and jury management tasks. Essential Functions 1. Analyzes court filings; conducts legal research; drafts opinions, orders, bench memoranda, and other recommendations regarding any matter before the Court whether it be petitions, motions, objections, bench trials, jury trials, or other proceedings. 2. Assists a Judge with their docket in accordance with specific law, court rules, policy, and procedures applicable to that docket. Dockets may include: a combined docket between the Ingham County Probate Court and the Ingham County Circuit Court (30th Judicial Circuit), a criminal law docket, a civil law docket, a family law docket, a probate docket, dockets associated with specialty court arrangements such as Business Court, Mental Health Court, Swift and Sure Sanctions Probationary Program, Phoenix Court, Family Recovery Court, or other specialty courts. Incumbents are expected to know applicable law, court rules, policy, and procedure related to the assigned Judge's docket(s) and to maintain up-to-date knowledge on upcoming and proposed changes. Incumbents may be required to attend continuing education opportunities to maintain and expand knowledge bases. 3. Remain in the courtroom when an incarcerated individual is present. Provides security for the assigned Judge, staff, jury, and general public, including contact with potentially disruptive individuals. Assist Sheriff's Department as directed to assist in the non-physical management of prisoners. Duties may include use of pepper spray and hand cuffs, and participating in associated training. Prepares and monitors the courtroom before, during, and after proceedings, including performing security checks among other tasks. Regularly contacts and communicates with the Ingham County Sheriff's Office and other security personnel. 4. Assists the Court in facilitating jury trials, including preparing the jury room, maintaining jury security and the integrity of jury deliberations, sequestering/escorting jurors as needed, completing related paperwork, and other tasks as directed. Assists in storage and security of related evidence during a trial or other proceeding. 5. In concert with the Judge and their staff, including the Court Recorder/Reporter, facilitates in-person and remote court proceedings, including operating applications/devices such as Zoom, Polycom, telephone, hearing-assistive devices, among other systems. Sets up and monitors breakout rooms to ensure confidentiality of communications such as attorney/client privileged communications. 6. May serve a Judge who is regularly assigned dockets in two separate courts, the Ingham County Probate Court and Ingham County Circuit Court (30th Judicial Circuit). 7. Assists Judge manage their docket, including receiving and reviewing filings and other documents for the Court; taking appropriate action based on the filings/documents, including operating the Court's case management system, document management system, and other systems as appropriate; preparing, maintaining, and ensuring the availability of lateral files or other documents for hearings and trials; cross checking the accuracy of party names, assigned attorneys, and case assignments; ensuring notices of hearing and proofs of service are properly served and are in otherwise good order and taking appropriate follow up action; among other tasks. Incumbents are responsible for forwarding accepted filings to either the Probate Court Office, the Circuit Court Clerk's Office, or the Circuit Court Juvenile Division for docketing and other action. 8. In concert with the Judicial Assistant, ensures the timeliness of judicial case processing according to the guidelines issued by the State Court Administrative Office, including the dissemination of appropriate calendars; notifying litigants, attorneys, and others regarding event dates; arranging transportation of litigants in custody; and working with attorneys and litigants to schedule trials/other matters. 9. Attends, observes, and assists with courtroom proceedings, including courtroom preparations, monitoring courtroom decorum of all participants or audiences, and taking any steps necessary for the subsequent preparation of opinions/orders or other further actions of the Court; corresponds with attorneys or litigants on file maintenance and case management; assists general public with preparation and submission of various pleadings and other filings including Personal Protection Orders among other case types, where applicable; maintains a record of all matters under advisement; maintains and updates opinion banks; prepares, organizes, and reviews daily files for proceedings and other events, including reviewing pleadings, determining when to contact attorneys/litigants to resolve issues; maintains and updates law library; attend meetings alongside the assigned Judge when directed, including in-chambers conferences, committee meetings, or other meetings as required; and assists other courts and court staff as instructed. 10. In the absence of the Judicial Assistant, answers the telephone and manages people coming to the Judicial Office. 11. May perform other duties as assigned by the Judge or in their absence, the Court. Other Functions: Performs other duties as assigned. Must adhere to Court standards with respect to confidentiality and other privacy issues. May be required to report in person during public health emergencies and risk of exposure to communicable diseases. May be exposed to detailed, graphic, and traumatic content in filings, exhibits, and/or testimony, including those outlining horrific events. Must be able to remain composed and professional during stressful situations. Must be able to utilize interpersonal and management skills, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities across a wide-range of courts, practice areas, offices, and staff. Must be able to use diplomacy, discretion, and judgment in rendering information and opinions. Must be able to represent the Circuit Court and Probate Court with dignity, integrity, professionalism, and with a spirt of cooperation in all relationships with the public, staff, and stakeholders. Must be able to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of diverse populations/cultures. Must be able to organize own work, set priorities, and meet deadlines. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Employment Qualifications Education: Must be a graduate of or a student at a reputable and qualified law school. Experience: Between one and two years of progressively more responsible or expansive legal experience in a court or law firm setting is required, including in externship/internship or student law clerk environments. Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, disability status', ages, LGBTQIA+ status' and genders to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions. Other Requirements: While employed in this position, the incumbent must be a resident of the State of Michigan. The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria. Requirements and Working Conditions Working Conditions: This position works in an indoor environment. This position may occasionally be required to travel between Court locations. This position is exposed to individuals in crisis. These individuals may suffer from mental or emotional illness, or have violent tendencies. Physical Requirements: Must have the mental capacity to perform mostly mental work associated with this position as would be associated in doing writing and research. Must have the physical capacity to guard, escort and control those in custody. Must be able to utilize a standard telephone system and computer system. This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers. This position's physical requirements require periodic stamina in climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, grasping, handling and pinching. This position's physical requirements require regular stamina in traversing, twisting, bending, lifting, carrying, and reaching. This position's physical requirements require continuous stamina in sitting, standing, walking, typing and enduring repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers. This position performs light work requiring the ability to exert 50 pounds or less of force in the physical requirements above. This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries submitting in writing, in person, over the phone or virtually. This position requires the ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter and retrieve information from a computer. This position requires the ability to familiarize one's self with various technology and applications. Must have stamina to remain seated for extended periods of time. This position requires the ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress. This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements. MC 10 2023

Union Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Open Date 3/25/2025 Closed Date CONTINUOUS UNTIL FILLED Location Circuit Court - Law Library Description 2025 Externship Program Period The 2025 Externship Program spans from May 19, 2025 - August 1, 2025. Once accepted, an extern may begin the program on Monday, May 19th or later. The program concludes Friday, August 1st. The externship will be conducted in person. The time commitment is a minimum of 25 hours per week. The LRC Director will determine the number of externships to be granted during the program period. Application Criteria: Students must have completed at least one (1) full year at an ABA accredited law school to be eligible. Students interested in an externship must submit: * A cover letter * Resume * Letter of Recommendation from an instructor (those enrolled in an internship/externship program at their school are excused from this requirement). Submissions must be by email to: *****************************. The subject line of the email message must read: Summer Externship Application. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2025. Duties: Successful applicants will serve in the Legal Resource Center (LRC) located within the Genesee County Courthouse. The 7th Judicial Circuit Court and the Genesee County Probate Court are located in this facility. The LRC mission is to promote coordination and quality of support for persons representing themselves in civil legal matters in Michigan. The externship entails assisting members of the public to connect with Michigan Legal Help and other law related materials and to serve as a resource for identifying other Genesee County or community resources. The LRC Director is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is the primary supervisor for externs. Assigned duties may include, but are not limited to: * Assisting the public in the use of Michigan Legal Help and other resources; * Assisting the public to locate other legal information such as statutes, court rules, and filing procedures; * Answering questions regarding legal forms; * Responding to inquiries regarding court operations and routing calls to appropriate offices; and * Performing other assigned tasks related to the operation of the LRC. Acceptance into the Program Successful applicants will be notified. A criminal background check and orientation are required before service may commence.

POSITION: Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a Staff Attorney in our Lansing office, which serves Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee and Livingston Counties. The staff attorney will provide a range of individual advocacy and impact work, including housing law, consumer, public benefits, and family law. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM has served low-income residents of 13 counties in south central Michigan for more than 50 years. LSSCM helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. LSSCM is a program of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program), and providing case support and training for all the legal services providers in Michigan (Michigan Poverty Law Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/177. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.* Under the direction of the Chief Public Defender, serves as attorney for indigent clients throughout the courts in Ingham County. Performs legal research using electronic and on line tools. Represents clients as assigned. Advocates in the best interest for clients. * Provides legal representation to the clients assigned by the Office of the Public Defender as determined by the Chief Public Defender or his designate. * Promptly meets with clients to understand goals and expectations. Maintains appropriate client contact throughout the entire process. * Is familiar with all Michigan Indigent Defense Commission standards and the best practices that implement them. * Analyzes charging instrument and discovery as furnished by the prosecutor/prosecuting official. * Along with other team members within the Office of the Public Defender, conducts or directs investigations and arranges for follow up as necessary. * Able to handle all aspects of the client's matter through negotiation, plea or trial. * Maintains relevance on current developments in criminal law, procedure, evidence and other areas of the law necessary to be effective in advocacy. * Ensures that files being handled are kept current through notes in the case management system so other members of the Office of the Public Defender can determine the case status if necessary. * Must complete 12 hours of approved continuing legal education each calendar year. * Is respectful of the widely divergent backgrounds and special requirements of the clientele the office represents. * Is passionate about advocating for the needs and interests of the client. Other Functions: * Performs other duties as assigned. * More experienced attorneys will play a role in mentorship and consultation with the less experienced attorneys to help in their professional development. * Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA, attorney client confidence professional rules and other privacy issues. (An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. The examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.) Education: Must be a graduate from an accredited law school and a member in good standing of the Michigan Bar Association. Experience: This position is open to all levels of experience. Salary will be based on experience with an emphasis on experience in criminal cases. Other Requirements: * Must be able to work in highly stressful situations. * Must possess and demonstrate empathy for people who are also undergoing highly stressful situations. Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, disability status', ages, LGBTQIA+ status' and genders to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions. (The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job related selection or promotional criteria.) Working Conditions: * This position works in an indoor environment. There is not planned exposure to prominent lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. * This position is exposed to individuals in crisis. These individuals may suffer from mental or emotional illness, have violent tendencies or be unconcerned with their personal safety and hygiene. * This position is required to travel for meetings and appointments. A valid driver's license and full time access to transportation for this purpose is required. Some appointments may be held at personal residences where levels of cleanliness and safety vary. Physical Requirements: * This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers. * The physical requirements of the position involve periodic stamina in climbing, balancing, twisting, bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, handling and pinching. * The physical requirements of the position require regular stamina in standing, walking, traversing, lifting, carrying, reaching and grasping. * The physical requirements of the position require continuous stamina in sitting, typing, and enduring repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. * This position performs medium work requiring the ability to exert between 20-50 pounds of force in the physical requirements above. * This position primarily requires close visual acuity to perform tasks such as viewing a computer screen, using measurement devices, close inspection of objects that may become evidence, etc. * This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries in person, by phone and via e-mail. * This position involves extensive use of computer, the ability to enter and retrieve data accurately and proficiency in learning computer programs. (This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include but are not limited to, the requirements listed above. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements.) Teamster Public Defender Public Defender September 2022

2025 Externship Program Period The 2025 Externship Program spans from May 19, 2025 - August 1, 2025. Once accepted, an extern may begin the program on Monday, May 19th or later. The program concludes Friday, August 1st. The externship will be conducted in person. The time commitment is a minimum of 25 hours per week. The LRC Director will determine the number of externships to be granted during the program period. Application Criteria: Students must have completed at least one (1) full year at an ABA accredited law school to be eligible. Students interested in an externship must submit: • A cover letter • Resume • Letter of Recommendation from an instructor (those enrolled in an internship/externship program at their school are excused from this requirement). Submissions must be by email to: *****************************. The subject line of the email message must read: Summer Externship Application. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2025. Duties: Successful applicants will serve in the Legal Resource Center (LRC) located within the Genesee County Courthouse. The 7th Judicial Circuit Court and the Genesee County Probate Court are located in this facility. The LRC mission is to promote coordination and quality of support for persons representing themselves in civil legal matters in Michigan. The externship entails assisting members of the public to connect with Michigan Legal Help and other law related materials and to serve as a resource for identifying other Genesee County or community resources. The LRC Director is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is the primary supervisor for externs. Assigned duties may include, but are not limited to: • Assisting the public in the use of Michigan Legal Help and other resources; • Assisting the public to locate other legal information such as statutes, court rules, and filing procedures; • Answering questions regarding legal forms; • Responding to inquiries regarding court operations and routing calls to appropriate offices; and • Performing other assigned tasks related to the operation of the LRC. Acceptance into the Program Successful applicants will be notified. A criminal background check and orientation are required before service may commence.

POSITION: Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a staff attorney for its Battle Creek office. The staff attorney maintains a caseload that includes both direct service and impact work with a focus on domestic cases but may be assigned cases in other substantive areas. The staff attorney also promotes community relations by engaging with the public and partner service providers. Our attorneys are currently working a hybrid schedule at our Battle Creek office. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: Michigan Advocacy Program's mission is to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. MAP has provided civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for more than 50 years. Today, MAP's Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program). MAP has a staff of about 230 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit www.miadvocacy.org and www.lsscm.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to serving low- income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Salary is from $62,424 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/140. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.