Law School Fellow

Department

website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

• Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM
• This position is based in-person and requires full-time presence in the office.

Advertised Salary $,. Posting Date //6 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date //6 Special Instructions to Applicants Proposed Start Date: August 1, 6, negotiable.

• The fellow position is a one-year appointment with the opportunity for reappointment for a second year based on performance and funding availability.
• One (1) letter of recommendation from a person familiar with the applicant’s legal and/or law school clinical work is required on this application.
• Applicants may submit additional recommendation letters; however, no more than three (3) letters will be considered.
• A background check will be required as part of the hiring process.
• Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy .....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy . Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Position Information Classification Title Legal Fellow I FLSA Exempt FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-3 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong consideration will be given to those fluent or conversational in Spanish.

Position Summary The Fellow will support the mission of the Jane W. Wilson Family Justice Clinic as determined by the Director including representing low-income victims of domestic violence and stalking in emergency protective order proceedings and other domestic relations matters, supervision of law students representing clients under the Student Practice Act, and community outreach and education. This is a 2-year position, with the second year dependent on performance and funding. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Possess a JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal principles and the ability to meet licensure requirements for the practice of law in the State of Georgia, including current admission to the Georgia Bar or preparedness to sit for the July 6 Georgia Bar Examination, with the capability to obtain full Georgia bar admission within one year of employment.
• Demonstrated skill in advocacy and representing clients.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to work with victims of domestic violence and stalking.
• Skilled in engaging with low-income populations.
• Knowledge in community outreach and education.
• Strong advocacy and writing skills.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed lawyering practices.

Physical Demands

• General office conditions
• perform courtroom presentation.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Lead or co-counsel with director in client representation for the Clinic in Superior Courts, with potential for co-counsel in appellate courts and/or Federal courts; supervising law students in all aspects of client representation including intake, client meetings, and courtroom representation; responsibility for accepting/declining Clinic cases in conjunction with the director; communicating with courts/court personnel, counsel, and service providers; drafting and filing pleadings; legal research; local and state policy advocacy on issues of domestic violence and stalking. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Developing and implementing creative community outreach and education efforts on behalf of the Clinic and/or in conjunction with other service providers; speaking on behalf of the Clinic at University and community events. Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Collaborating with the director in building the scope and efficiency of the Clinic practice. Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities Other duties as assigned by the director. Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name UGA School of Law Budget Office Recruitment Contact Email LawBudget@ Recruitment Contact Phone