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Staff Attorney jobs at MI Advocacy Program - 30 jobs
Staff Attorney
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS), a non-profit law office, is seeking a staff attorney to join its dynamic and committed team in providing civil legal services to farmworkers and animal production workers throughout Michigan. All FLS Staff Attorneys are responsible for direct representation of clients, ranging from advice to full litigation in State and Federal Courts. Duties may include filing administrative complaints or immigration applications or work on cases involving matters such as wage theft, trafficking, discrimination, sexual harassment, housing, workplace health and safety, and exploitative schemes involving the H-2A visa programand will include significant collaboration with local and national community partners. The position is union supported. Applicants residing in Northern Michigan or the Upper Peninsula and able to work remotely are encouraged to apply. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) is a growing and nationally recognized non-profit law office and the statewide division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) that fights for justice and dignity alongside the farmworker community through our systemic, multi-forum community engagement and direct legal representation of farmworkers in their civil legal matters. FLS currently has 12 full-time staff positions based out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor area) offices and hires around 8 seasonal advocates each summer. FLS attorneys litigate complex wage and hour, multi-party employment, discrimination, and human trafficking cases in Michigan state and federal courts and provide a full range of civil legal services to Michigans eligible population of farmworkers and their dependents in matters such as: housing, T or U-visa applications for victims of employment-based crimes, workers compensation, public benefits, workplace health and safety, and unemployment administrative proceedings. MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions and has a staff of about 220 people in offices in Battle Creek, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit www.miadvocacy.org and www.farmworkerlaw.org for more information. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualify to be admitted by waiver or as a student attorney under MRPC Rule 8.120, or able to take the next available bar exam in Michigan Demonstrate commitment to low-income individuals, farmworkers, immigrants, or victims of crime Willing to occasionally work a flexible schedule that may include travel and evening or weekend work Demonstrate success working effectively in teams as well as independently to meet multiple deadlines Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Reside in Michigan during employment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience litigating at state or federal level Working knowledge in employment and labor law, the U.S. immigration system, the agricultural industry, farmworker advocacy, or legal services Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, in Spanish and/or proficiency in Haitian Creole or indigenous languages native to Mexico or Central America Reside in Northern Michigan and able to work remotely or able to work out of one of our existing offices in Kalamazoo or Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor area) BENEFITS: Salary starts at $64,946 and increases based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers annual raises as well as a 401K retirement plan with an annual 2% contribution and 2% employer-match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment and subject to board approval. MAP offers a generous benefits package, including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental, fully funded deductibles, and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they can take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 4 weeks paid leave the first year in addition to 15 paid holidays and additional paid leave to take the Michigan bar exam. MAP is a unionized program and a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Kalamazoo is a college town in southwest Michigan with its own airport, lakes, nature preserves, art scene, and nightlife. It also is located only 35 miles east of Lake Michigan, 50 miles from Grand Rapids, and 2 hours from both Chicago and Detroit. Kalamazoo offers the Kalamazoo Promise (an independent scholarship program that provides students who graduate from Kalamazoo Public Schools up to up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education). TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/270. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer,committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$64.9k yearly 13d agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Kalamazoo)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There are positions open in our Kalamazoo office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigan's immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problem‐solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/242. The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 60d+ agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Kalamazoo)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
Job DescriptionSalary: Starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There are positions open in our Kalamazoo office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigans immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problemsolving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience.You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/242. The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 23d agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Grand Rapids)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There are positions open in our Grand Rapids office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigans immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problemsolving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience.You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/243. The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 23d agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Lansing)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
Job DescriptionSalary: Starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There are positions open in our Lansing office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. Please note that this position is funded in part through a federal contract that is currently being renewed under a shorter funding cycle. Employment offers will be aligned with our current contract period (through April 30, 2026), with the expectation and hope of extension as additional funding becomes available. We remain committed to our mission and to supporting our staff through this. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigans immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problemsolving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience.You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/241 The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 23d agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Lansing)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. There are positions open in our Lansing office. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. Please note that this position is funded in part through a federal contract that is currently being renewed under a shorter funding cycle. Employment offers will be aligned with our current contract period (through April 30, 2026), with the expectation and hope of extension as additional funding becomes available. We remain committed to our mission and to supporting our staff through this. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income, Michigan's immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problem‐solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply. All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/241 The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 60d+ agoImmigration Staff Attorney (Ypsilanti)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
Job DescriptionSalary: Starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience POSITION: The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is seeking candidates for full-time staff attorney positions serving low-income immigrants in their immigration legal services needs. This is a chance to join a talented team doing important and challenging work at a critical time. Please note that this position is funded in part through a federal contract that is currently being renewed under a shorter funding cycle. Employment offers will be aligned with our current contract period (through April 30, 2026), with the expectation and hope of extension as additional funding becomes available. We remain committed to our mission and to supporting our staff through this. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: MIRC is a legal resource center for immigrant communities. The three pillars of our work are: (1) direct legal services, (2) systemic advocacy, and (3) community education and engagement. MIRC is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to individuals and families with low-income,Michigans immigrant communities, older adults, and adults with disabilities through several statewide programs. Visit michiganimmigrant.org and michigansas.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problemsolving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to protecting the rights of immigrants or other persons in poverty. Candidate must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Candidate must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection if they intend to work remotely some of the time. Applicants who have experience, especially related to immigration and poverty, will receive priority. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to effectively communicate in Spanish. Applicants who have relevant lived experience are encouraged to apply.All MIRC staff must reside in Michigan or Ohio by the first date of employment. BENEFITS:This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $60,000 based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. TIMEFRAME:Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with a goal of onboarding all new MIRC hires once a month. HOW TO APPLY:Please submit a resume and a cover letter that explains your interest in this role and our mission, and highlights relevant experience.You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/246 The Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 4d agoStaff Attorney (Lansing)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION:Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a Staff Attorney in our Lansing office, which serves Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee and Livingston Counties. The staff attorney will provide a range of individual advocacy and impact work, including housing law, consumer, public benefits, and family law. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM has served low-income residents of 13 counties in south central Michigan for more than 50 years. LSSCM helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. LSSCM is a program of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program), and providing case support and training for all the legal services providers in Michigan (Michigan Poverty Law Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/276. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$63.7k yearly 7d agoTribal Survivor Project Staff Attorney
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP) is seeking a Staff Attorney focused on serving Native American survivors of domestic violence in Northern Michigan with family law matters. This Staff Attorney will be responsible for working with clients (ranging from advice to full litigation) with civil cases in both State and Tribal Court. Although their work will be fully remote, this Attorney will be responsible for serving clients located primarily in Northern Michigan (but not in the Upper Peninsula) so applications residing in Northern Michigan are given preference. This grant funded contract position expires October 2026. When fully staffed, the CVLAP Tribal Survivor Project (TSP) team is made up of a Supervising Attorney, 2 Staff Attorneys and a part-time Legal Assistant. This position is part of a joint project with Uniting Three Fires Against Violence, which is a Statewide Tribal domestic violence and sexual assault Coalition serving the Tribes located in Michigan. The Tribal Survivor Project staff are also part of the larger CVLAP program, which is connected with civil legal aid attorneys across the state that specialize in providing legal assistance in cases involving, domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and elder abuse. Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: CVLAP is a statewide program with staff throughout Michigan, in collaboration with Legal Services of Eastern Michigan, Legal Aid of Western Michigan, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, Legal Services of Northern Michigan, Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, and Lakeshore Legal Aid. CVLAP provides outreach and a wide range of legal representation and advocacy to victims of crime, primarily domestic violence and elder abuse survivors under the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and the Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA). CVLAP is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS), a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to older adults and people with low income through several statewide programs. MSAS is administered by the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP), which provides access to the justice system for those who need it the most through civil legal aid offices and statewide advocacy programs. MAP's mission is to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. Visit cvlap.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Through lived or learned experience, candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations. Candidates must be proficient with major software and web services including Word, Excel, G Suite, and have access to a reliable internet connection. Experience with issues impacting domestic violence survivors and/or Native American communities is a plus. Candidates will need a valid driver's license and access to transportation so they can reliably travel to meet with clients, attend court hearings, and visit with Tribal Advocates. BENEFITS: This is a full-time position with a salary starting at $60,000 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short- and long-term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If staff do not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. . TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/260. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$60k yearly 45d agoStaff Attorney (Monroe)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a Staff Attorney in our Monroe office, which serves Monroe and Lenawee Counties. The staff attorney will provide a range of individual advocacy and impact work, with a focus on housing and consumer law. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM has served low-income residents of 13 counties in south central Michigan for more than 50 years. LSSCM helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. LSSCM is a program of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program), and providing case support and training for all the legal services providers in Michigan (Michigan Poverty Law Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/259. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$63.7k yearly 20d agoStaff Attorney (Monroe)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM) is seeking a Staff Attorney in our Monroe office, which serves Monroe and Lenawee Counties. The staff attorney will provide a range of individual advocacy and impact work, with a focus on housing and consumer law. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM has served low-income residents of 13 counties in south central Michigan for more than 50 years. LSSCM helps individuals and families achieve safety, stability, and economic security by providing free civil legal services with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence and elder abuse prevention, and assistance in accessing health care, food, and needs-based income programs. LSSCM is a program of Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). In addition to LSSCM, MAP manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities (Michigan Immigrant Rights Center), vulnerable older adults (Michigan Elder Justice Initiative), victims of domestic violence and elder abuse (Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program), and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants (Michigan Legal Help Program), and providing case support and training for all the legal services providers in Michigan (Michigan Poverty Law Program). MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit lsscm.org and miadvocacy.org for more information. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Applicants must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience. Legal aid and/or litigation experience is a plus. BENEFITS: Starting salary is from $63,672 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they have the option to take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the course of the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue 3 weeks paid vacation the first year and 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. MAP is a unionized program. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/259. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$63.7k yearly 48d agoLSSCM Summer Law Clerk (Multiple Locations)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) is seeking applicants for the position of Summer Law Clerk in all of our field offices. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work. Depending on the office, a law clerks work may include conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting educational seminars for clients, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis and other systemic advocacy projects in one or more poverty law areas (housing, public benefits, consumer, foreclosure, and family law). This position requires in-person work as necessary to meet program priorities; remote work is possible with prior approval. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM is a division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. MAP has provided civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for more than 50 years. MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit miadvocacy.org for more information. Legal Services of South Central Michigan: LSSCM provides civil legal representation to low income persons, with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence prevention, and access to needs-based governmental benefits. LSSCM has offices in Ypsilanti, Battle Creek, Jackson, Lansing, and Monroe. For additional information, please visit lsscm.org. Family Law Project: FLP, located in Ypsilanti, represents low-income survivors of domestic violence in family law and other matters. For additional information, please visit lsscm.org. Programwide Expungement Project: MAPs Expungement Project provides Set Aside eligibility screening, application preparation and hearing representation to clients across our 13-county service area. QUALIFICATIONS: Law students must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2026. It is helpful if applicants have experience working with low-income persons and a commitment to assisting underserved populations. Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. FUNDING: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding (e.g. law school fellowships, Equal Justice America), but these positions are paid if outside funding is not available. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/272. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$33k-49k yearly est. 8d agoLSSCM Summer Law Clerk (Multiple Locations)
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) is seeking applicants for the position of Summer Law Clerk in all of our field offices. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work. Depending on the office, a law clerk's work may include conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting educational seminars for clients, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis and other systemic advocacy projects in one or more poverty law areas (housing, public benefits, consumer, foreclosure, and family law). This position requires in-person work as necessary to meet program priorities; remote work is possible with prior approval. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: LSSCM is a division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP). MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. MAP has provided civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for more than 50 years. MAP has a staff of about 250 people in offices in Battle Creek, Detroit, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit miadvocacy.org for more information. Legal Services of South Central Michigan: LSSCM provides civil legal representation to low income persons, with an emphasis on homelessness prevention, domestic violence prevention, and access to needs-based governmental benefits. LSSCM has offices in Ypsilanti, Battle Creek, Jackson, Lansing, and Monroe. For additional information, please visit lsscm.org. Family Law Project: FLP, located in Ypsilanti, represents low-income survivors of domestic violence in family law and other matters. For additional information, please visit lsscm.org. Programwide Expungement Project: MAP's Expungement Project provides Set Aside eligibility screening, application preparation and hearing representation to clients across our 13-county service area. QUALIFICATIONS: Law students must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2026. It is helpful if applicants have experience working with low-income persons and a commitment to assisting underserved populations. Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. FUNDING: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding (e.g. law school fellowships, Equal Justice America), but these positions are paid if outside funding is not available. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/272. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$33k-49k yearly est. 6d agoFarmworker Legal Services Summer Law Clerks
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION:Farmworker Legal Services (FLS)is seeking summer law clerks to join its team and work out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor) offices in 2026. The positions are scheduled to begin Monday, May 18, 2026 and end Friday, August 15, 2026 but can be adjusted based on availabilityand office needs. Law clerksmust have at least one year of law school completed by June 2026. Law students with language skills in Spanish or Haitian Creole, afarmworker background, and/or a strong interest in advocating alongside farmworkers in Michigan are encouraged to apply.FLS positions are paid, but FLS encourages applicants to apply foroutside funding (e.g. school fellowships, Equal Justice America)so that we have more resources to provide client services. If outside fellowship funds are received and fall below our stipend amount, it is MAP's policy to pay the difference. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) is a growing and nationally recognized non-profit law office and the statewide division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) that fights for justice and dignity alongside the farmworker community through our systemic, multi-forum community engagement and direct legal representation of farmworkers in their civil legal matters. FLS currently has 12 full-time staff positions based out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor area) offices and hires around 8 seasonal advocates each summer. FLS attorneys litigate complex wage and hour, multi-party employment, discrimination, and human trafficking cases in Michigan state and federal courts and provide a full range of civil legal services to Michigans eligible population of farmworkers and their dependents in matters such as: housing, T or U-visa applications for victims of employment-based crimes, workers compensation, public benefits, workplace health and safety, and unemployment administrative proceedings. MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions and has a staff of about 220 people in offices in Battle Creek, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit www.miadvocacy.org and www.farmworkerlaw.org for more information. JOB DESCRIPTION:Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work.Law Clerks can expect a highly educational, challenging, and rewarding experience as they work with FLS staff and Michigans farmworker population at the intersection of their employment and immigration cases. Clerks will handle cases involving impact litigation, employment rights, and immigration relief. Clerks should expect to gain experience conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings and written discovery,providingeducational seminars for client communities,conducting legal research, attending court hearings or depositions, assessing legal problems, and conveying legal advice through oral and written communication. APPLICATION PROCESS:Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser:https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/262. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. For more information about FLS or the position, visitwww.FarmworkerLaw.orgorwww.Facebook.com/farmworkerlaw. FLS can also be contacted by email atfls@farmworkerlaw.org. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$32k-47k yearly est. 10d agoFarmworker Legal Services Summer Law Clerks
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) is seeking summer law clerks to join its team and work out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor) offices in 2026. The positions are scheduled to begin Monday, May 18, 2026 and end Friday, August 15, 2026 but can be adjusted based on availability and office needs. Law clerks must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2026. Law students with language skills in Spanish or Haitian Creole, a farmworker background, and/or a strong interest in advocating alongside farmworkers in Michigan are encouraged to apply. FLS positions are paid, but FLS encourages applicants to apply for outside funding (e.g. school fellowships, Equal Justice America) so that we have more resources to provide client services. If outside fellowship funds are received and fall below our stipend amount, it is MAP's policy to pay the difference. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) is a growing and nationally recognized non-profit law office and the statewide division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) that fights for justice and dignity alongside the farmworker community through our systemic, multi-forum community engagement and direct legal representation of farmworkers in their civil legal matters. FLS currently has 12 full-time staff positions based out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor area) offices and hires around 8 seasonal advocates each summer. FLS attorneys litigate complex wage and hour, multi-party employment, discrimination, and human trafficking cases in Michigan state and federal courts and provide a full range of civil legal services to Michigan's eligible population of farmworkers and their dependents in matters such as: housing, T or U-visa applications for victims of employment-based crimes, workers' compensation, public benefits, workplace health and safety, and unemployment administrative proceedings. MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions and has a staff of about 220 people in offices in Battle Creek, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit www.miadvocacy.org and www.farmworkerlaw.org for more information. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work. Law Clerks can expect a highly educational, challenging, and rewarding experience as they work with FLS staff and Michigan's farmworker population at the intersection of their employment and immigration cases. Clerks will handle cases involving impact litigation, employment rights, and immigration relief. Clerks should expect to gain experience conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings and written discovery, providing educational seminars for client communities, conducting legal research, attending court hearings or depositions, assessing legal problems, and conveying legal advice through oral and written communication. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/262. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. For more information about FLS or the position, visit www.FarmworkerLaw.org or www.Facebook.com/farmworkerlaw. FLS can also be contacted by email at fls@farmworkerlaw.org. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$32k-47k yearly est. 39d agoMPLP/MEJI Summer Law Clerk
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) is seeking applicants for the position of Summer Law Clerk in our Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI) and Michigan Poverty Law Program (MPLP) offices. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work. Depending on the office, a law clerks work may include conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting educational seminars for clients, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis and other systemic advocacy projects in one or more poverty law areas (housing, public benefits, consumer, foreclosure, and family law). DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS: Michigan Poverty Law Program: MPLP, located in Ypsilanti, provides state support services to legal aid attorneys and other poverty law advocates throughout Michigan. These services include case consultation, research and drafting support, co-counseling and other case assistance; planning and managing statewide skills and substantive law trainings and task forces; legislative tracking, interpretation, education and lobbying to protect the rights of the legal aid client base; and representing the interests of legal aid advocates and clients in statewide task forces, state bar sections and committees, and other advocacy-oriented groups. For additional information, please visit mplp.org. Michigan Elder Justice Initiative: MEJI, located in Lansing, advocates for low-income older adults and people with disabilities on issues related to healthcare, benefits, long term care, elder abuse, and individual rights. MEJI has a number of grant funded projects including serving as the ombudsman for residents of long term care facilities and beneficiaries enrolled in the MI Health Link project, promoting the rights of Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries, and engaging in elder abuse prevention efforts. In addition, MEJI provides advice and support to legal services lawyers and other advocates serving low income elders and people with disabilities across the state. MEJI also undertakes systemic advocacy efforts, often in collaboration with state and federal advocacy partners. For additional information, please visit meji.org. QUALIFICATIONS: Law students must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2025. It is helpful if applicants have experience working with low-income persons and a commitment to assisting underserved populations. Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. FUNDING: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding (e.g. law school fellowships, Equal Justice America), but these positions are paid if outside funding is not available. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/274. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$33k-49k yearly est. 8d agoMPLP/MEJI Summer Law Clerk
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) is seeking applicants for the position of Summer Law Clerk in our Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI) and Michigan Poverty Law Program (MPLP) offices. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys on all aspects of our work. Depending on the office, a law clerk's work may include conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting educational seminars for clients, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis and other systemic advocacy projects in one or more poverty law areas (housing, public benefits, consumer, foreclosure, and family law). DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS: Michigan Poverty Law Program: MPLP, located in Ypsilanti, provides state support services to legal aid attorneys and other poverty law advocates throughout Michigan. These services include case consultation, research and drafting support, co-counseling and other case assistance; planning and managing statewide skills and substantive law trainings and task forces; legislative tracking, interpretation, education and lobbying to protect the rights of the legal aid client base; and representing the interests of legal aid advocates and clients in statewide task forces, state bar sections and committees, and other advocacy-oriented groups. For additional information, please visit mplp.org. Michigan Elder Justice Initiative: MEJI, located in Lansing, advocates for low-income older adults and people with disabilities on issues related to healthcare, benefits, long term care, elder abuse, and individual rights. MEJI has a number of grant funded projects including serving as the ombudsman for residents of long term care facilities and beneficiaries enrolled in the MI Health Link project, promoting the rights of Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries, and engaging in elder abuse prevention efforts. In addition, MEJI provides advice and support to legal services lawyers and other advocates serving low income elders and people with disabilities across the state. MEJI also undertakes systemic advocacy efforts, often in collaboration with state and federal advocacy partners. For additional information, please visit meji.org. QUALIFICATIONS: Law students must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2025. It is helpful if applicants have experience working with low-income persons and a commitment to assisting underserved populations. Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. FUNDING: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding (e.g. law school fellowships, Equal Justice America), but these positions are paid if outside funding is not available. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/274. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$33k-49k yearly est. 6d agoMLH/LSNTAP Summer Law Clerk
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
POSITION: Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) is seeking applicants for the position of Summer Law Clerk in our Michigan Legal Help (MLH) and Legal Services National Technology Assistance Program (LSNTAP) offices. JOB DESCRIPTION: Law clerks work under the supervision of a staff attorney. Clerks for MLH may be assigned tasks such as researching and writing new legal content for the website, helping to develop and test new online interviews that populate legal forms, assisting with research for policy projects and helping attorneys maintain existing legal content on the MLH website. Clerks for LSNTAP may expect to perform tasks such as researching new technology, maintaining current databases, assisting with multimedia presentations, and creating content for the LSNTAP website. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS: Michigan Legal Help: MLH helps people who are facing civil legal problems without the assistance of a lawyer. MLH operates a statewide website that is relied upon by 2 million people each year, and provides free, accessible legal information, automated tools to help people fill out court forms, step-by-step instructions that break down procedural rules, and personalized referral resources. MLH also provides technical assistance and program support to libraries, courts, and other community organizations that have programs to assist members of their community with their legal issues. Students will assist with content development and maintenance, building and testing new Do-It-Yourself form tools, and engaging in projects and policy initiatives that are active during the course of their clerkship. For additional information, please visit michiganlegalhelp.org. MLH is a program of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services. Legal Services National Technology Assistance Project: LSNTAP, while housed at MAP, is a national program that helps nonprofit legal aid programs across the country improve client services through effective and innovative use of technology through providing technology training, hosting community forums, and serving as a clearinghouse for technological tools, policies, and strategies. MAP has a dedicated LSNTAP manager as well as other staff who collaborate regularly on projects. We are seeking a summer law clerk to be part of the LSNTAP team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an important national resource for legal aid programs. The LSNTAP Law Clerk will also work closely with several other departments within MAP, including the IT department and Michigan Legal Help. For additional information, please visit lsntap.org. QUALIFICATIONS: Law students must have at least one year of law school completed by June 2025. It is helpful if applicants have experience working with low-income persons and a commitment to assisting underserved populations. FUNDING: Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding for their position (e.g. law school fellowships, Equal Justice America, etc), however, MAP will fund these positions if outside funding sources are not available. Applicants who are funded (paid) by MAP must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/273. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$33k-49k yearly est. 7d agoSummer Law Clerk - Immigration Legal Services
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
Summer Law Clerk - Paid Internship The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, a subdivision of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP), is seeking law students for the position of Summer Law Clerk (2026), based out of any of our five office locations - Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Ypsilanti, or Detroit. Are you a law student? **** Legal experience is not required - just a commitment to building a thriving Michigan where immigrant communities experience equity and belonging. Spanish proficiency of any level is a bonus. **** Michigan Immigrant Rights Center: MIRC provides direct legal services to immigrant clients focusing on survivors of domestic violence and victims of crime, unaccompanied children, individuals in detention and removal proceedings, migrant farmworkers and immigrant workers, noncitizens applying for naturalization, and individuals seeking asylum, TPS, deferred action, and other forms of immigration relief. MIRC also provides technical and co-counsel assistance and training to Michigan legal aid and pro bono attorneys handling immigration and immigrant rights matters, including the rights of unaccompanied children, immigrant workers, and survivors of crime and domestic violence. MIRC conducts impact litigation, systemic advocacy on behalf of Michigan's low-income immigrants and their families, legislative and legal development tracking and analysis, and coalition-building among immigration assistance providers and immigrant advocacy organizations statewide. MIRC hosts summer law clerks in Ypsilanti, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Detroit - and is happy to consider hybrid working. Job Description: Summer law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneys in all aspects of our work. Depending on the office and the job candidate's background, a summer law clerk's work may include any of the following: conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting outreach to migrant labor camps, conducting educational seminars for clients and migrant agency staff, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis, other systemic advocacy projects in one or more areas of immigration law and immigrant worker rights law. Qualifications for all positions: Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan while working for MAP. Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required. Pay/Benefits: MIRC Summer Law Clerks will either receive pay via an hourly rate of $18/hour -or- a stipend of $6,500 for a 10-week program at 35 hours/week. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding and if your funding is less than what we pay, we will make up the difference. Hourly clerks do not earn vacation or paid holidays. Students and casual employees will earn sick time pursuant to Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act (“ESTA”). Under the ESTA, sick leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked. Employees begin to accrue sick leave on their first calendar day of employment or their date of eligibility under the ESTA, whichever is later. To apply: Please complete this application and submit 1) your resume, and 2) a cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/277. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$18 hourly 5d agoSummer Law Clerk - Immigration Legal Services
Michigan Advocacy Program
Staff attorney job at MI Advocacy Program
Salary: $18/hour -or- a stipend of $6,500 for a 10-week program at 35 hours/week. Summer Law Clerk Paid Internship The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, a subdivision of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP),is seekinglaw studentsfor the position of Summer Law Clerk (2026), based out of any of our five office locations - Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Ypsilanti, or Detroit. Are you a law student? **** Legal experience is notrequired just a commitment to building a thriving Michigan where immigrant communities experience equity and belonging. Spanishproficiencyof any level is a bonus. **** Michigan Immigrant Rights Center: MIRC provides direct legal services to immigrant clients focusing on survivors of domestic violence and victims of crime, unaccompanied children, individuals in detention and removal proceedings, migrant farmworkers and immigrant workers, noncitizens applying for naturalization, and individuals seeking asylum, TPS, deferred action, and other forms of immigration relief. MIRC also provides technical and co-counselassistanceand training to Michigan legal aid and pro bono attorneys handling immigration and immigrant rights matters, including the rights of unaccompanied children, immigrant workers, and survivors of crime and domestic violence. MIRC conducts impact litigation, systemic advocacy on behalf of Michigan's low-income immigrants and their families, legislative and legal development tracking and analysis, and coalition-building among immigrationassistanceproviders and immigrant advocacy organizations statewide. MIRC hosts summer law clerks in Ypsilanti, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Detroit and is happy toconsiderhybrid working. Job Description: Summer law clerks work under the supervision of our staff attorneysinall aspects of our work. Depending on the officeand the job candidates background, a summer law clerks work may includeany of the following:conducting client interviews, drafting pleadings, legal research, appearing in court hearings under the Michigan student practice rule, assessing legal problems, conveying legal advice through oral and written communication, conducting outreach to migrant labor camps, conducting educational seminars for clients and migrant agency staff, legal research and writing related to individual cases and broader policy issues, legislative tracking and analysis, other systemic advocacy projects in one or moreareas of immigrationlawandimmigrant worker rights law. Qualifications for all positions:Applicants mustresidein the state of Michigan while working for MAP. Spanish proficiencyis preferred but not required. Pay/Benefits:MIRC Summer Law Clerks will either receive pay via an hourly rate of $18/hour -or- a stipend of $6,500 for a 10-week program at 35 hours/week. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for outside funding and if your funding is less than what we pay, we will make up the difference. Hourly clerks do not earn vacation or paid holidays. Students and casual employees will earn sick time pursuant to Michigans Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA). Under the ESTA, sick leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked. Employees begin to accrue sick leave on their first calendar day of employment or their date of eligibility under the ESTA, whichever is later. To apply: Pleasecomplete this application and submit 1) your resume,and 2) a cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/277.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.$18 hourly 5d ago
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