About Us
For over 60 years, Legal Services of Eastern Michigan (LSEM) has been fighting for fairness and equal access to justice. We provide civil legal assistance to low-income and marginalized individuals across 14 mid-Michigan counties from our offices in Flint and Saginaw.
Our mission: To ensure that those who need legal help the most — and have the least access — receive it.
Join us in shaping communities where everyone can assert their rights and pursue justice through effective advocacy.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Supervising Attorney to lead our Saginaw Office team. This role combines hands-on legal representation with mentorship and leadership, guiding attorneys and advocates to deliver high-quality, client-centered legal services.
You will collaborate with organizational leadership to strengthen our legal strategies, uphold compliance standards, and advance equity and justice throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Supervision
- Lead, mentor, and support attorneys and advocates in delivering holistic, high-quality legal representation.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and mission-driven office culture.
- Oversee and review casework to ensure excellence and consistency.
- Client Advocacy
- Maintain a manageable caseload and co-counsel with staff on significant cases.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for systemic advocacy and community impact.
- Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with grant and funding requirements.
- Prepare necessary reports and documentation for funders.
- Community Engagement
- Represent LSEM in bar associations, legal services networks, and community partnerships.
- Build collaborations that strengthen access to justice across our service region.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the Michigan Bar.
- Minimum 5 years of trial or litigation experience in district, circuit, or federal court.
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
- Strong communication, mentoring, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, civil rights, and social justice.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compelling overall compensation package.
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- Medical, disability, and life insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
- Employer-matched retirement plan
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Professional development allowance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and disability coverage
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references to: humanresources@lsem-mi.org
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis — early applications are encouraged. LSEM is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage all potentially qualified applicants who share our commitment to justice and equity to apply.