Attorney Fellow

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Attorney Fellow
Fellow will, with the Director and Staff Attorney handle: (1) representation of clinic clients in legal matters, including VA disability benefits and DIC compensation (2) assisting the Staff Attorney with training and supervision of law student volunteers, and (3) coordinating with law firms, volunteer attorneys, and the federal government. Reports to the Clinic Director and the Assistant Dean for Public Service. Participates in several legal clinics offered by throughout the year (1-6 clinics) and represents veterans in litigation, administrative proceedings, and transactions. This representation includes formulating sophisticated litigation strategy; drafting legal documents; interacting with clients, co-counsel, experts, partners, and opposing counsel in a respectful and intelligent way; and appearing before courts, administrative bodies, and legislative bodies in a professional manner. Training and Supervision: The Attorney Fellow will work on matters with volunteer law students, so some of the Attorney’s work includes training and supervising students in performing intake and handling client matters. Under the direction of the Staff Attorney, will provide students with instruction, assignments, and written and oral feedback during all parts of client representation. Will work closely with law firms, volunteer attorneys, and the Veterans Administration to handle client matters. Will also help the Clinic Paralegal track clients, cases, and outcomes in the case management system - CLIO.

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