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Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
Some evenings required

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Terminal degree required. Additional professional licensure and/or certification in the field may be required.

A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia, eligible to practice in the State of Georgia, or sitting for July 2024 Georgia Bar Exam.

This position will serve in a support role up to and including co-counsel to the Director and Staff Attorney of the CEASE program.

The Fellow position is a one year appointment.

Strong organizational and time management skills, including ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and seek guidance when appropriate.

Advocacy skills, excellent writing skills, and experience working with vulnerable populations. Advocacy experience, please provide examples

Travel

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.

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.

Serve as co-counsel with the director and/or staff attorney in litigation on behalf of the clinic, including, but not limited to communicating with courts and opposing counsel; drafting and filing pleadings; appearing at hearings on behalf of clients; legal research and writing on behalf of clients; providing guidance and feedback on student work; supervising students in hearings if deemed appropriate and assigned by the director or staff attorney; performing client intake; drafting and sending client advice, referral, and closing letters; and assisting with clinic attorney consultation services.

Undertake research and writing projects on behalf of the CEASE Clinic

Assist in clinic community education efforts, including, but not limited to organizing conferences or colloquia.

Engage in community outreach on behalf of the clinic, including, but not limited to speaking at or attending bar or law conferences, community events, and stakeholders meetings.

Assist the director in curriculum development.

Other duties as assigned by the director.