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Legal Director

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ACLU of Michigan

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United States , Detroit, Michigan

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Salary:

150000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

The Legal Director will lead the ACLU of Michigan's legal program, defending and expanding civil liberties and civil rights in Michigan. The role involves strategic leadership, complex litigation oversight, team management, and internal/external collaboration as part of an integrated advocacy model.

Job Responsibility:

  • Champion a bold legal vision and strategic agenda
  • Oversee the ACLU of Michigan’s entire docket (25-50 active cases) in federal and state court
  • Collaborate to develop alternative legal pathways where litigation is not viable
  • Authorize ACLU of Michigan involvement in litigation
  • Ensure excellence of the legal team’s work
  • Recruit, supervise, and develop the legal team
  • Champion a healthy and equitable workplace
  • Oversee internship and externship programs
  • Ensure equitable and effective legal operations
  • Steward legal resources and manage the legal department budget
  • Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership team
  • Chair the state lawyers committee
  • Collaborate across the organization to support advocacy campaigns
  • Develop and sustain partnerships with the national ACLU network and other partners
  • Represent the ACLU of Michigan in public speaking, media, and fundraising events

Requirements:

  • J.D. and membership in the State Bar of Michigan (or willing and able to sit or waive into the bar)
  • Deep grounding in constitutional law and civil liberties
  • Legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to defending civil rights
  • Ability to set vision and strategy for legal work
  • Experience leading at least one complex lawsuit from beginning to end
  • Experience in significant federal and state court litigation (constitutional, civil rights, or appellate)
  • Likely 7+ years of litigation experience
  • Demonstrated leadership and ability to motivate staff
  • Proven ability to supervise and develop staff
  • High emotional intelligence and communication skills
  • Superb organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB)
  • Experience in nonprofit, advocacy, or community-based settings is highly valued
  • Experience and knowledge of Michigan is a plus

Nice to have:

  • Experience and knowledge of Michigan
  • Experience in nonprofit, advocacy, or community-based settings
What we offer:
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k)-retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Individual professional development budget
  • Employee assistance program
  • Access to nationwide employee resource groups

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 05, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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