Staff Attorney 15/16: General Litigation – Corrections Division – Attorney General’s Office
Position Information
Agency Level: State
Agency: Attorney General’s Office
Job Title: Staff Attorney 15/16: General Litigation – Corrections Division
Job Reference/ID Number: 1101-26-061
Work Location: Lansing, MI
Salary: $34.54 – $73.79 Hourly
Position: Full-Time
Posting Date: 10/06/2026
Application Deadline: 10/19/2026
Job Description
Job Overview:
Are you an attorney eager to litigate cases, sharpen your trial skills and work on matters that shape constitutional law across Michigan and the Sixth Circuit? Our General Litigation Section offers the opportunity to do exactly that. While prior litigation experience is preferred, it is not required. We value drive, curiosity and a commitment to excellence and we provide the training and support needed for you to thrive.
Our team represents and advises one of the largest state departments across a wide and constantly evolving spectrum of issues. We operate collaboratively, share expertise and take pride in delivering exceptional advocacy on behalf of the State of Michigan.
Our attorneys have recently:
- Prevailed in multiple federal jury trials;
- Argued before the Michigan Court of Appeals, Michigan Supreme Court and the Sixth Circuit Court;
- Submitted briefs on significant issues before the United States Supreme Court and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
The work of the General Litigation Section is dynamic and intellectually challenging. In this role, you will brief cutting-edge constitutional and statutory issues with substantial governance impacts, take and defend depositions, handle discovery and motion practice, and provide strategic counsel to the client agency on non-litigation matters.
Our mission is to remain a premier litigation practice through specialization, teamwork, outstanding advocacy, and continual learning. Whether you are an experienced litigator or just beginning your legal career, we will equip you with the tools, mentorship and opportunities needed for success.
Required Education and Experience:
Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law.
Experience
Attorney-Staff P15
No specific type or amount is required.
Attorney-Senior 16
Four years of post-bar admission legal experience.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications:
Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar
Application Instructions:
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/Attorney.pdf (Download PDF reader)
You must attach a resume to be considered for this position.
Accommodations:
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.