Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel (LAW Department - Litigation Division)

LAW DEPARTMENT SENIOR ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - LITIGATION SECTION We represent Detroit in all civil actions. Public service is calling you! Defend the treasury of one of America’s greatest cities! How would you like to conduct high stakes civil rights jury trials in federal court? Defend the City of Detroit in high exposure wrongful death motor vehicle lawsuits? Expose financial fraud in no fault cases? Prosecute lawsuits against derelict commercial property owners? Litigate complex commercial matters and significant legislation and public policy matters? Work and learn in a law firm that is the most diverse in the nation? Enjoy a relaxed and collegial work environment as well as a flexible hybrid work schedule. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Defending the City of Detroit and its employees in the following legal specialties: Civil rights police misconduct Motor vehicle negligence Motor vehicle no fault Breach of contract Municipal litigation Under supervision, handling a caseload and working as lead attorney in: Jury and bench trials Arbitrations, facilitation, and mediations Depositions Motions hearing Investigation and discovery WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE: Juris Doctorate Degree from an A