The University of Georgia · 3 months ago
Director of Veterans Legal Clinic
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $140K/yrThe University of Georgia is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to higher education. They are seeking a Director for the Veterans Legal Clinic, who will oversee clinic operations, supervise law students, and teach courses related to veterans' law while providing legal assistance to former service members.
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Responsibilities
Administration of the Veterans Legal Clinic, including supervision of students and staff
Instruction of clinic seminar and additional courses as determined by the School’s curricular needs
Engagement in Law School, university, and external service
Engagement in scholarly activities
Qualification
Required
Applicants must have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited university
Applicants must be licensed to practice in Georgia (or must become licensed to practice in Georgia within 12 months of employment start date)
The successful candidate will be hired into the law school's clinical promotional track, at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor
Preferred
Background in relevant legal practice
Demonstrated knowledge in legal advocacy for veterans, including if possible accreditation as a lawyer advocate with the Department of Veterans Affairs and demonstrated success representing veterans on changes in military discharges
The position requires strong teaching, supervisory, communication, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
A background of supervision in law practice or clinical teaching settings
Benefits
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Benefits Eligible
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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