Attorney Specialist 17 - (Appellate Specialist - Health, Education, and Family Services Division)

State of Michigan • Various, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Functions as a specialist in all aspects of appellate litigation handled by the Health, Education & Family Services (HEFS) Division. The appellate specialist coordinates appeals, assists the other Division attorneys in appellate work, and may handle difficult, complex, and challenging appeals within the Division. This position also reviews and edits briefs in the federal appellate and state appellate courts that are filed by the Division. The position may also be given other assignments at the request of the Solicitor General. The position regularly coordinates with the Solicitor General Division for appellate development and strategy, including identifying and drafting amicus briefs in the Division practice area. This position also independently handles an individual caseload based on Division needs.

Requirements

• Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Five years of post-bar admission legal experience.
• Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.
• Cover Letter, Resume, and Official Transcript must be attached to the application.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a specialist in all aspects of appellate litigation handled by the Health, Education & Family Services (HEFS) Division.
• Coordinates appeals.
• Assists other Division attorneys in appellate work.
• Handles difficult, complex, and challenging appeals within the Division.
• Reviews and edits briefs in federal and state appellate courts.
• May be given other assignments at the request of the Solicitor General.
• Coordinates with the Solicitor General Division for appellate development and strategy, including identifying and drafting amicus briefs.
• Independently handles an individual caseload based on Division needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior