{"id":15421,"date":"2024-06-28T17:35:45","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T17:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsletters.asucollegeoflaw.com\/ilp\/?p=15421"},"modified":"2024-06-28T17:50:07","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T17:50:07","slug":"job-opportunity-associate-attorney-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsletters.asucollegeoflaw.com\/ilp\/2024\/06\/28\/job-opportunity-associate-attorney-21\/","title":{"rendered":"Job opportunity: Associate Attorney"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Mshkawzi Law, LLP
Grand Rapids, MI

Job Description and Responsibilities<\/span>
Mshkawzi Law, LLP is a 100% women-owned and majority Native-owned law firm that provides legal services exclusively to Indian tribes, First Nations, and their business enterprises throughout the United States and Canada. We have a reputation for representing indigenous clients to achieve success both inside the courtroom and out. Our experience and approach are unmatched for a firm our size.

The candidate will be responsible for providing all legal services as assigned by partners, lead attorneys, and clients. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
\u2022 Provide counsel and legal services to clients as well as represent clients in a professional manner while maintaining express confidentiality;
\u2022 Participate in business development functions (trade shows, seminars, etc.) to maintain and build client relationships as well as expand business;
\u2022 Travel to off-site meetings with prospective and current clients as needed;
\u2022 Apply knowledge of business issues, legal procedures, cases, statutes, and other regulatory authority to effectively counsel clients;
\u2022 Communicate with opposing attorneys through personal contact, telephone\/email and facsimile to expedite cases to closure;
\u2022 Conduct legal research by preparing legal memoranda and necessary pleadings required in all aspects of state, federal and tribal litigation matters on an as needed basis;
\u2022 Appear at hearings and trials as needed and\/or assigned;
\u2022 Draft tribal codes, regulations, agreements, analyze and review legal documents as needed;
\u2022 Interface with clients on a continuous basis;
\u2022 Comply with all court and state bar licensure obligations;
\u2022 Comply with firm employee handbook and other processes; and
\u2022 Performa other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications<\/span>
We are currently seeking as associate attorney for Mshkawzi\u2019s Grand Rapids, Michigan office with 0 to 3 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and must be self-motivated, self-starting, and willing to work in a dynamic atmosphere with remote interaction with our offices, clients and staff across the United States and Canada. Strong writing, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills are required. Candidates must have the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and must be willing to travel for work on client matters. Experience in federal Indian law is preferred but not required. The candidate must be a member in good standing of the Michigan Bar. Preference will be given to attorneys who demonstrate an established commitment to Indian Country and a keen interest in federal Indian law.<\/p>\n

Compensation<\/span>
We offer competitive salary and benefits, including health care (including dental and vision), 401k, and paid vacation time.<\/p>\n

Contact<\/span>
Pleaser respond to this job posting with your cover letter, resume, certificate of good standing from the State Bar of Michigan, and writing sample via email to Sara Budde at sbudde@mshkawzilaw.com<\/a>.

44 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Suite 250, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Office: (616) 719-2823 | Fax: (517) 913-6443
www.mshkawzilaw.com<\/p>\n

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