Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school; AND
• Admission and maintenance of membership in good standing with the State of Michigan; AND
• Minimum of five (5) years civil litigation experience.

Job Description:

The General Litigation team of the Office of Corporation Counsel provides representation, attorney consultation, and other legal support to County Departments, employees and elected officials. The primary objective of the General Litigation team is to defend the County and its employees in various personal injury matters.

Key Job Duties:

• Conduct trials, defenses and appeals in all judicial and administrative bodies and representing Wayne County in civil litigation in various courts and tribunals, including jury trials and bench trials;
• Attend and participate in various hearings, including motion practice;
• Draft pleadings;
• Conduct all phases of discovery process, including taking and defending depositions;
• Conducting legal research and providing opinions to clients

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Wayne County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.