Law School Clinic Attorney

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 218141 - Trial Advocacy

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Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Law School Clinic Attorney I provides legal advice and assistance to persons with civil, criminal, or transactional legal issues.

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Department Summary:

Initial appointments are for two years.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate; OR bachelor's degree and currently enrolled in law school. Must have Juris Doctorate by start date. Must be licensed to practice law in Alabama OR must become a member of the Alabama Bar within six (6) months of start date.

Additional Required Department

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to manage a caseload, including litigation, at all levels of state and federal courts. Effective written and verbal skills commensurate with serving capably as an attorney. Knowledge of standard software applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Current third-year students or recent graduates from the University of Alabama School of Law. Licensed in Alabama or immediate plans to become licensed.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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