Managing Attorney jobs in Michigan
Managing Attorney is responsible for managing the daily operations of a law firm or an organization's legal department. Provides leadership and participates in the most complex legal actions. Being a Managing Attorney directs law office operations, case assignments, and staffing. Oversees the activities and work products of subordinate attorneys. Additionally, Managing Attorney monitors case status, timelines, and issues. Mentors and coaches attorneys and implements staff professional development programs. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to top legal executive. The Managing Attorney manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Managing Attorney typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Managing Attorney - District Court Division
- Calhoun County of Michigan
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Battle Creek, MI
FULL_TIME
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Under the general direction of the Deputy Public Defender, is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, oversight, and direction of the Calhoun County Public Defender Office. Provides indigent defense services through an active caseload. In conjunction with the Public Defender and Deputy Public Defender, provides direct supervision for office staff, attorneys, and contractors with the District Court Division.
- Acts as managing attorney for other attorneys and staff members in the District Court Division. Performs personnel management functions for recruitment, job assignments, scheduling work and time off, evaluating performance, administering policies and/or procedures, professional development, and the handling of disciplinary matters.
- Monitors caseloads and assigns cases to employee attorneys and contract attorneys who take assignments in District Court.
- Participates in various training and educational programs. In collaboration with the Public Defender and Deputy Public Defender, oversees training and practice standards for the District Court Group.
- Is responsible for monitoring compliance with MIDC grant funding requirements, data collection and standards.
- Serves with the Public Defender and Deputy Public Defender as a member of the department’s management team.
- Provides indigent defense services through an active but reduced caseload. This may include misdemeanor or felony cases.
- Is responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of a structured new attorney onboarding and training program.
- Cultivates the highest standards for professionalism and ethical conduct within the District Court Division.
- Develops and oversees an individualized professional and career development plan for attorneys in the District Court Division.
- Coordinates mentoring and 2nd chair opportunities with experienced attorneys handling felony cases.
- Works closely with the Arraignment Coordinator on matters involving the assignment, scheduling, and coordination of work for attorneys.
- In collaboration with the Public Defender and Deputy Public Defender, is responsible for the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of structured legal internship, externship, and fellowship programs.
- Provides support to other attorneys and staff in gathering and analyzing case evidence, preparing arguments, and presenting cases in court. Assigns cases to attorneys, reviews progress, and provides technical assistance and guidance as needed.
- May serve as a department liaison with law enforcement agencies, courts, private attorneys, and social agencies.
- Supports, coordinates with, and supervises the Arraignment Coordinator who directs the department’s arraignment and personal protection order responsibilities. Monitors legal developments, including case law, rules of evidence, court rules and relevant legislation which may impact the work of the department. Ensures that staff receives ongoing training and legal updates. Attends meetings, seminars, and conferences.
- Ensures compliance with all County and office policies and procedures.
- Speaks before groups regarding the criminal justice system and the constitutionally mandated role of the defense. May serve on committees and boards of public or non-profit organizations related to indigent defense.
- May serve in a back-up capacity for the Deputy Public Defender or Public Defender in his/her absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required, along with membership in good standing with the State Bar Association of Michigan and authority to practice law in the State of Michigan.
- At least five years of progressively more responsible legal experience in the practice of law, preferably in criminal defense at the trial court level. Significant experience with personnel management and project management is required.
- Leadership and management skills necessary to develop and maintain a positive, supportive, and professional working environment. Must have a strong commitment to continually grow and develop in these areas.
- Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize Judicial Information Services, case management, online legal research, word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation software applications for the creation and compilation of various documents, communications, and reports.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem solve and execute projects.
- Possess a valid Michigan vehicle operator’s license.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent disruptions. Ability to manage pressures related to deadlines, fulfilling scheduling requirements, and responding to concerns of clients, citizens, employees, and administration officials.
- Professionalism and discretion in dealing with confidential information and sensitive situations is an absolute necessity.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- Physical ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry items weighing up to ten pounds.
- Physical ability to talk, hear, and communicate verbally with others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally required to perform tasks involving repetitive movement, bending, stooping, kneeling and/or climbing.
- Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.- Normal office environment with possible discomfort due to heat, cold, dust or noise.
- Extended workdays (beyond 8 hours/day or Saturday/Sunday) are occasionally required.
- Availability to handle work problems, attend meetings, handle emergencies/crisis situations is occasionally required.
- Occasional travel between County locations is required. Occasional travel is also required to provide County representation in the local community and/or attendance at conferences/seminars.
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- BCG Attorney Search
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Marquette, MI
FULL_TIME
- Practice Area: Corporate - General, Job Type: Attorney,Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 1 Years, Marquette office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks an attorney with relevant legal exp...
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- BCG Attorney Search
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Southfield, MI
FULL_TIME
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- BCG Attorney Search
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Holland, MI
FULL_TIME
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- Managing Partners - Farm Bureau Insurance
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Marquette, MI
FULL_TIME
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Associate Attorney
- BCG Attorney Search
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Kalamazoo, MI
FULL_TIME
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Managing Attorney
- Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc
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Show Low, AZ
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- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Attorney (SLS)
- CHIRLA
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Los Angeles, CA
- JOB TITLE – Managing Attorney (SLS) POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Managing Attorney is a member of the legal department who ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Practice Management Attorney
- State Bar of Arizona
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Phoenix, AZ
- Did you become a lawyer to help people? Does the opportunity to improve the entire Arizona legal profession sound appeal...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Attorney
- Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.
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New York, NY
- Summary: The Managing Attorney overseeing Docketing and eFiling plays a critical role in managing the firm's docketing o...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Attorney
- Legal Aid Society of Mid New York Inc
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Oneonta, NY
- Job Description Job Description EXTERNAL JOB POSTING POSITION TITLE Managing Staff Attorney OFFICE LOCATION Oneonta, NY ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Attorney
- The Access Project, Inc.
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Richmond, CA
- Job Description Job Description The Access Project, Inc., a startup non-profit legal services provider, is seeking an at...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Attorney
- Superior Executive And Legal Recruiting
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Los Angeles, CA
- Job Description Job Description Title: Managing Attorney Work Setup: Remote Are you an experienced attorney with a genui...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Investment Management Attorney
- Howard-Sloan Search
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Philadelphia, PA
- Well established investment advisor with $21B AUM seeks a T&E or Investment Management Lawyer with a minimum of 10 years...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Michigan
Michigan consists of two peninsulas that lie between 82°30' to about 90°30' west longitude, and are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. The 45th parallel north runs through the state—marked by highway signs and the Polar-Equator Trail—along a line including Mission Point Light near Traverse City, the towns of Gaylord and Alpena in the Lower Peninsula and Menominee in the Upper Peninsula. With the exception of two small areas that are drained by the Mississippi River by way of the Wisconsin River in the Upper Peninsula and by way of the Kankakee-Illinois River in the Lower Peninsula, Michigan...
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Income Estimation for Managing Attorney jobs
$182,344 to $251,121
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What does a Managing Attorney do?
Managing Attorney in Tuscaloosa, AL
The attorney will also convene stakeholder meetings, conduct government briefings, conduct protection monitoring of the Mexican/U.S.
January 28, 2020
Managing Attorney in Cincinnati, OH
The Managing Attorney proficiently and collaboratively manages all of the program’s obligations.
January 29, 2020
Managing Attorney in San Francisco, CA
Reporting to the Legal Director and serving as an integral member of the CAASE management team, the Managing Attorney, Civil serves as the program leader of the Civil Division of the Legal Department, ensuring that this division operates efficiently and effectively.
February 09, 2020