Supervising Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:

Supervising Attorney

Job Category:

Management

Department:

Attorney

Location:

Main Office – Grand Rapids

Team:

Manager

Reports to:

Director of Operations

Pay Type:

Salary

Travel Required:

Yes

Position Type:

Full Time

HR Contact:

HR Director

General Purpose: Plan, direct, and coordinate the operations of the Attorney department. Maintain systems and procedures for operating efficiency. Manage staff for optimum performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews legal opinions prepared by attorney staff.
• Provides direction and supervision to attorney staff according to overall company policy.
• Take the lead role in negotiations that are complex, strategic or sensitive in nature.
• Provide leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff.
• As necessary, review cases to determine and ensure appropriate action.
• Effective communication with staff, clients, and opposing parties.
• Work collaboratively with and support colleagues across the legal department.
• Respect one another and relationships with staff, supervisors, and managers.
• Draft necessary legal documents and develop conclusions and recommendations.
• Determine staffing needs and assist with hiring and training new attorneys.
• Coordinate attorney staff activities to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Set employee goals and objectives, participate in ongoing monitoring, and provide feedback including performance reviews.
• Manage internal staff relations.
• Coach, mentor, motivate, and discipline attorney staff according to company goals and policies.
• Implement procedures and training to maximize operating efficiency.
• Prepare operational reports and analysis of activity, productivity, goal progress, and employee feedback to direct supervisor.
• Accurately document all meetings and communication involving staffing issues and concerns.
• Enlist the efforts of administration when necessary to accelerate the attorney process.
• Assist attorneys with trouble shooting and processing complex cases.
• Communicate effectively with administration regarding department concerns, staffing issues, and complex cases.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other coordination/management positions as referenced in separate Job Descriptions and as assigned.
• Maintain a safe and secure working environment.
• Ensure security, integrity, compliance, and confidentiality of data.
• Ensure that all tasks meet compliance standards.
• Follow procedures and training to maximize accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as a resource person for advanced questions and work cooperatively with all team members to coordinate procedures, policies, and support.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and work coverage during employee absences.
• Report and coordinate primarily with Administration regarding work-related product.
• Provide suggestions for changes and improvement.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• Possess a Juris Doctorate Degree From An Accredited School of Law
• Be in Good Standing in The Michigan State Bar
• Have Completed At Least 60 Semester Hours or 90 Quarter Hours Toward an Undergraduate Degree From An Accredited School or While Attending an Accredited Junior or Community College
• Moral Fitness
• Dependable With a Strong Court and Work Ethic
• Detail Oriented and Well Organized
• Ability to Gather, Compile Information, Analyze Data and Prepare Reports
• Possesses The Means to Multi-Task and Function In a High Volume, and Deadline Driven Environment
• Committed to Learning The Interworking of a Very Specialized Field
• Ability to Read, Interpret, Understand, and Implement Laws, Regulations, and Regulatory Requirements
• Excellent Written, Oral, and Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Capacity to Communicate With Co-Workers At All Levels in The Company and A Team Player
• Adept in Microsoft Office, Windows, LexiNexis and/or Westlaw
• Knowledge of Management Practices and Procedures.
• Proven Track Record in Management/Oversight.
• Demonstrated Loyalty and Ownership of Position and Responsibilities.
• Ability to Prioritize and Manage Multiple Responsibilities.
• Pleading Preparation
• Negotiation
• Trial Preparation
• Document Review
• Analytical and Research Skills
• Effective Communication with Clients and Opposing Counsel
• Ability to Work Independently, Collaborate With Others, and Manage a Heavy Workload
• Required Language Skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Higher-Level Thinking Skills
• Reliable and Consistent Attendance
• Adaptability
• Tenacious Work Ethic
• High Energy Level
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Integrity
• Initiative
• Coaching Skills
• Information Gathering and Monitoring
• Planning and Organizing
• Litigation
• Legal Research
• Problem-Solving and Decision Making
• Negotiation Skills
• Fact Finding
• Attention to Detail and High Level of Accuracy
• Analysis and Reasoning
• Practical Judgment and Problem Solving
• Strategic Planning
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Diligence
• Integrity/Honesty
• Stress Management

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• 2-3 Years Post-Bar Admission Legal Experience
• 2-3 Years Management and Supervisory Experience
• Knowledge of Civil Litigation Legal Practices and Procedures

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.