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University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture · 1 month ago

Staff Attorney - Ag Finance and Credit

UADA | Other Fayetteville Sites

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$75K/yr - $75K/yr

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a statewide campus with a focus on agricultural research and extension services. The Staff Attorney will assist with research and writing related to agricultural finance and credit issues, overseeing research fellows and collaborating closely with Center staff.

Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist with research and writing activities that further the national mission of the National Agricultural Law Center, with a primary emphasis on agricultural finance and credit issues impacting the agricultural and food sectors

Include relevant aspects of the Uniform Commercial Code (i.e., Article 9 and Article 2), agricultural liens (including statutory trusts under Packers and Stockyards Act and the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act), and bankruptcy/debt management

Report to Senior Staff Attorneys and, as needed, oversee work of one or more Center Research Fellows

Demonstrated excellent legal research and writing skills

Work independently as well as closely with Center staff, as needed

Qualification

Juris DoctorLicensed to practice lawLegal research skillsLegal writing skillsAgricultural finance knowledgeBankruptcy knowledgeWork independentlyCollaboration skills