NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Deputy General Counsel (Litigation)
DWSD -735 Randolph Detroit MI 48226, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $191K/yr
8+ years expNEOGOV is looking for a Deputy General Counsel to assist the General Counsel in providing complex legal strategy and advice for the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department. This role involves overseeing litigation, providing legal support, and managing legal strategies to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the prosecution and defense of all litigation related to DWSD, with a specialty in employment and labor matters
Act as a legal policymaker for the organization
Provide legal support to the DWSD and its Board of Water Commissioners
Assist in the development and implementation of the Office of the General Counsel’s goals objectives, policies and priorities and ensure that they are achieved
Prepare, coordinate, represent and support DWSD’s representation in legislative and public processes and proceedings
Prepare, prosecute, coordinate, represent, litigate or assist in the litigation of DWSD interests in administrative proceedings and cases, ranging in difficulty and impacting Michigan or federal jurisprudence
Conduct or assist in the conducting of investigations
Research, draft, prepare, review and advise on legal documents including but not limited to forms, contracts, memoranda, opinions, client advisories, and correspondence
Develop, coordinate, implement, and conduct legal strategy and negotiations in support of DWSD business objectives
Provide advice, counsel and support for business initiatives
Exercise management authority as delegated by the General Counsel, during the absence of the General Counsel, or as necessary to further the legal interests of the organization
Assist with the management and coordination of the development of the budget for the Office of General Counsel including monitoring and approving expenditures
Maintain current active membership in the State Bar of Michigan with knowledge of law and practice in relevant areas
Follow safety policies and procedures in carrying out duties
Act as principal advisor to Human Resources Director
Prepare, conduct, support, and participate in internal and external meetings and employee investigations
Handle or assist in the handling of administrative duties for the division including but not limited to file maintenance, data entry, personnel management, business processes and procedures, equipment purchases, office maintenance and other matters as assigned
Design, implement, and support the design and implementation of organizational initiatives and special projects
Manage and assist in managing vendor relationships
Prepare, conduct, support or assist with the supporting of organizational training and training materials
Provide periodic reviews of processes and procedures and take action to ensure appropriate functionality
Perform related work duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor's degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association preferred
Significant state and federal court trial and courtroom experience, including drafting and arguing appeals
Currently actively licensed to practice law within the State of Michigan with more than eight years of experience
Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan
Valid Michigan Driver's License
Knowledge of WestLaw and/or Lexis Nexis legal research systems
Knowledge of major principles, practices, methods, and techniques of Michigan law and legal practice, including the Michigan Court Rules, the Michigan Rules of Evidence and the Michigan Rules of Professional Responsibility
Knowledge of proper handling and dissemination of confidential information
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation
Knowledge of report preparation and record keeping
Skill to effectively and efficiently handle and manage complex cases from start to finish
Skill to conduct thorough independent and original research using sound analysis to provide appropriate recommendations to resolve specific issues
Skill to conduct comprehensive and unbiased investigations
Skill to formulate reasonable and effective conclusions
Skill to protect and represent the organization's values and confidences
Skill to act as a proactive trusted advisor and leader
Skill to utilize legal software programs
Skill to use advanced technology
Skill to contribute to leadership planning
Ability to identify and research relevant legal and business issues
Ability to write effectively, persuasively and with appropriate legal style and citation
Ability to apply legal principles to address operational issues and concerns
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and supervision
Ability to research and respond to inquiries regarding law, policies, procedures, and programs
Ability to make judgments and decisions that are guided by applicable law, policies, procedures, and high personal standards of ethics and integrity
Ability to act independently and know when to refer situations to the General Counsel, other DWSD Divisions, or external agencies
Ability to interpret, explain, and apply pertinent City, state, and federal laws and regulations, ordinances, policies and procedures
Ability to draft, understand and apply contract terms and provisions
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, standards, or procedures and persuade others to accept or adopt recommendations
Ability to conduct thorough investigations, determine methodologies, and obtain basic data necessary to evaluate solutions to complex problems and issues with multiple variables
Ability to promote and maintain the highest personal and professional integrity and comply with applicable professional ethics, rules and regulations
Ability to understand, apply, and/or adapt complex/conflicting oral or written regulations or guidelines to diverse and dissimilar situations
Ability to effectively utilize appropriate safety equipment and procedures
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problems
Ability to develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
Ability to direct team activities or to work as a team member
Benefits
Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave.
City Employees Retirement System
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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