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Entry-Level Attorney Opportunity!
Associate City Attorney (0–2 Years Experience)
Personnel Management Solutions | Michigan
Personnel Management Solutions is seeking a motivated Associate City Attorney to join a respected municipal legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newer attorney looking to gain hands-on experience across litigation, municipal law, and legal advisory work while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Position Overview
This role offers a well-rounded legal experience, supporting the City, its officials, and employees across a variety of legal matters including litigation, compliance, and advisory responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and process FOIA requests using department systems
- Evaluate damage claims and internal complaints, providing recommendations
- Review and authorize criminal complaints and warrants (including occasional virtual weekends)
- Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, ordinances, and resolutions
- Provide legal guidance to City departments and staff
- Support matters in District Court
- Assist with and/or handle civil, criminal, and administrative litigation
- Discovery, motion practice, trial, and appeals
- Attend City board and commission meetings as legal counsel
- Maintain strong working relationships with courts, staff, and the public
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Licensed in the State of Michigan (required)
- Valid Michigan Driver’s License
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Litigation experience is a plus (not required)
Why This Opportunity?
- Ideal role for 0–2 years experience attorneys
- Exposure to a broad range of legal work
- Hands-on experience in municipal law and courtroom practice
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
If you're looking to launch your legal career in a role that offers real responsibility and growth, we’d love to connect.
Salary : $65,000 - $71,000