Visiting Law Associate

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Visiting Law Associate
The candidate will assist in the development and implementation of Trial Advocacy Program curriculum, guest lecture events, classroom demonstrations, mock trial exercises and trial team practices and competitions. Teach one or two sections of undergraduate Trial Team. Conduct legal research and writing on a variety of topics to support the development of new course materials including case files and problems, skill building classroom exercises and study guides on individual trial techniques and best practices. Maintain Trial Advocacy Program calendar and represent the Director and the Trial Advocacy Program at campus, alumni, and other professional events, when needed. Work with the Director of the Trial Advocacy Program to coordinate and supervise daily operations of the Trial Advocacy Program. Provide overall leadership on special projects for the director, as needed. Manage Trial Advocacy Program material resources. Maintain appropriate records for program activities and trial team competitions. Facilitate the preparation, distribution and maintenance of trial exhibits for classroom skill demonstrations and trial team competitions. Assist in budgeting and monitoring program and trial team expenses. Oversee Trial Advocacy Program work-study personnel. Should have JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Must have solid organizational and project management skills. Should have outstanding ability to perform legal research and analysis. Law journal experience and trial advocacy coursework a plus. Must have strong oral and written communication skills. Must have proficiency in MS Office and computer-assisted legal research platforms (e.g. Westlaw, Lexis).

Application deadline: August 17, 2019.

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