Systemic Litigation Attorney

MICHIGAN ADVOCACY PROGRAM

Systemic litigation attorney leading civil and appellate cases for Michigan’s low-income communities. Advancing racial equity through legal aid collaboration, training, and policy advocacy.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeYpsilanti • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,520 - $100,006 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise with a focus on systemic litigation and appellate advocacy, particularly in addressing racial justice and poverty law issues. Proven ability to lead initiatives, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and provide legal support to enhance community impact.

Highest-signal resume keywords

J.D.Litigation ExperienceAppellate ExperienceLeadership in Impact LitigationCommitment to Racial Justice

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLegal WritingLitigationAppellate AdvocacyStrategic Thinking

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborationCreativity

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law in Michigan

Industry Keywords

Racial JusticePoverty LawCommunity OrganizationsLegal AidSystemic Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, develop, and lead systemic litigation and appellate advocacy to improve the health, safety, and economic security of low-income Michiganders
Bring affirmative litigation and pursue appeals in state and federal court
Identify and implement strategies to challenge racialized systems and practices
Collaborate with subject-matter attorneys, Michigan legal aid programs, community organizations, and state and national advocacy organizations
Organize trainings and create resources for legal aid and poverty advocates on systemic litigation
Provide legal and technical support to legislators, policymakers, community organizations, legal services attorneys, and other poverty law advocates on racial justice issues
Strengthen Michigan’s legal aid community through co-counseling, training, technical assistance, and practical litigation resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D.
Licensed or eligible to become licensed to practice law in Michigan
Minimum 5 years of legal experience
Demonstrated litigation experience
Appellate experience
Ability to assume significant leadership in impact litigation
Demonstrated commitment to racial justice
Knowledge of law providing potential claims to challenge racial injustice and disparities in poverty law
Ability to work with client groups, community-based groups, and coalitions
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strong organizational skills
Strategic thinking and creativity
Commitment to MSAS’s mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Optional annual $1,500 payout for applicants who do not require health benefits
3 weeks paid vacation accrued in the first year
15 paid holidays
401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer