MICHIGAN ADVOCACY PROGRAM

Staff Attorney

MICHIGAN ADVOCACY PROGRAM

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: LansingMissouriUnited States

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Salary

💰 $60,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Managing an individual caseload
  • Representing clients in administrative or court hearings
  • Engaging in policy analysis and administrative advocacy
  • Collaborating with community partners and state officials
  • Drafting and maintaining educational materials
  • Preparing regular reports for grant funders
  • Outreach and training to consumers, advocates, and attorneys

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for waiver
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to balance varied responsibilities
  • Proficient with Word, Excel, G Suite
  • Access to reliable internet
  • Experience advocating for vulnerable populations, especially older adults or people with disabilities preferred
  • Demonstrated litigation experience preferred but entry-level attorneys may be considered
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401K retirement plan with employer match after 6 months
  • Paid vacation (3 weeks the first year)
  • 15 paid holidays
  • Annual payout of $1,500 for those not requiring health benefits
  • Generous leave policy
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
litigation experiencepolicy analysisadministrative advocacy
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaboration skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsability to balance responsibilities
Certifications
Licensed to practice law in Michiganeligible for waiver