Assistant Corporation Counsel

Location: Pontiac, Michigan, United States

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

$103,072-$138,095

This position is hybrid.

Are you an experienced attorney looking for an opportunity to apply your legal expertise while making an impact in public service? As an attorney with Oakland County, you’ll represent the County in complex civil matters, provide trusted legal counsel to administrators and elected officials, and help protect the County’s legal and operational interests. You’ll enjoy this role if you thrive on challenging legal work, variety, collaboration, and the opportunity to serve your community.

What You’ll Do

• Represent Oakland County in complex civil litigation and other legal matters.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to County administrators, departments, and elected officials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Develop, prosecute, and defend complex civil cases involving the County.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements with third parties.
• Participate in discovery, hearings, negotiations, trials, and other phases of litigation.
• Identify legal risks and provide guidance on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with County departments, leadership, outside counsel, and other stakeholders.

Why You’ll Love It

• Work on diverse and meaningful legal matters that directly impact Oakland County and its residents.
• Gain exposure to complex issues across a wide range of County operations and services.
• Serve as a trusted legal resource to County leaders and elected officials.
• Apply your litigation, research, writing, negotiation, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic public-sector environment.
• Build a rewarding legal career while contributing to effective and responsible local government.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS