Assistant General Counsel

Alliance Of Professional Support Staff

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Base: minimum $95,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Not specified
Active law license in good standing
Five years of legal practice experience
Ability to advise non-lawyer clients
The Alliance of Professional Support Staff is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal advice and representation to university leadership across various legal matters. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctor, a minimum of five years of legal experience, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

  • The Assistant General Counsel provides practical legal advice and representation to university leadership across a broad range of legal matters.
  • This role requires managing litigation, conducting internal investigations, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • The position offers a minimum starting salary of $95,000 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and tuition waivers.

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The Alliance of Professional Support Staff is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal advice and representation to university leadership across various legal matters. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctor, a minimum of five years of legal experience, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Salary

Base: Minimum $95,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement contributions, wellness resources, tuition waiver

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active law license in good standing
  • Five years of legal practice experience
  • Ability to advise non-lawyer clients
  • Strong legal research and writing skills
  • Experience with contract drafting and review

Nice-to-have

  • Public sector or higher education advising experience
  • Knowledge of First Amendment issues
  • Experience managing internal investigations
  • Ability to balance competing stakeholder interests
  • Familiarity with employment and labor matters

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor from accredited law school
  • Active State Bar license (Michigan preferred)
  • Minimum five years of legal practice experience
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or authorized to work without sponsorship

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