Court Attorney

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CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Court Attorney SALARY:

$80,536.93 - $104,167.78

DEPARTMENT:

Probate Court Wills & Estates Opening Date:

05/15/2026

Closing Date:

05/30/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA Stat us:

Exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP

Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME

Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:00am - 4:30pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, conducts and presides at hearings and proceedings as permitted by law. Provides legal consultation to the Court and to staff. Performs legal research on laws and any proposed legislation affecting Probate Court. Represents Court at designated hearings and operational proceedings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts and presides over all types of proceedings and hearings including preliminary inquiry and hearings, as permitted by statute and Court rule. Provides legal consultation to the Court and to Court staff. Performs legal research on laws and any proposed legislation that will affect Probate Court. Designs, implements and trains staff as to legal procedures and processes. Represents the Court at designated hearings and operational proceedings. Performs legal research in printed legal materials and computer assisted materials. Participates in continuing legal education. Monitors new legal materials, including but not limited to, newspapers, professional journals, and opinions of state and federal courts. Prepares documents using a personal computer and word processing program(s). Assists the public by answering questions and issuing information as needed. Operates an automobile while performing assigned job duties. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited college or university A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the practice of law Preferred Education and Experience Previous experience within a Probate Court setting Required Licenses or Certifications Licensed by the State Bar of Michigan as an attorney Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Revised Probate Code, Estates and Protected Individuals Code (E.P.I.C.) and Michigan Court Rules Statues, court rules, and court procedures Legal terminology Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment Skill in: Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature Ability to: Prepare and present legal findings in a clear and concise manner Research, analyze, and report on complex or technical legal issues Work in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity Campaign Effectively speak, write and understand the English language Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/Continuously Work Environment Office or similar indoor environment: F/C Outdoor environment: N/S Street environment (near moving traffic): ​N/S Construction site: ​N/S Confined space: ​N/S In the community (homes, businesses, etc.): O Correctional facility, detention center or jail: ​N/S Clinical healthcare environment: ​N/S Warehouse environment: ​N/S Exposures Individuals who are hostile or irate: F/C Individuals with known violent backgrounds: O Extreme cold ( below 32 degrees): ​N/S Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): ​N/S Communicable diseases: ​N/S Moving mechanical parts: ​N/S Fumes or airborne particles: ​N/S Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste: ​N/S Loud noises ( 85+ decibels): ​

N/S PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C =

Frequently/Continuously Demand :

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S Crawling (moving about on hands and knees).

Inspecting in confined spaces:

N/S Digging:

N/S Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: N/S Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below): Up to 10 pounds: O Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: O Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces:

N/S GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State's Emergency Management Act and the County's Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. The United Auto Workers (UAW) 889 - Specialized Offices bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.