Staff Attorney
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Description: The University of Alabama is hiring Staff Attorney right now, this job will be assigned in Alabama. For detail informations about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. The Staff Attorney will conduct and/or assist with all phases of legal advocacy for individuals and classes of persons including research, preparation of documents, interviewing and counseling, negotiations a! nd appearing before administrative tribunals and courts at the trial and appellate level. The incumbent will make presentations to consumers and the public concerning legal rights and remedies. The incumbent will assist in the supervision of students from other disciplines.
Additional Department Summary
This position will provide advice and legal services to the elderly.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctor and licensed to practice law in Alabama OR must become a member of the Alabama Bar within one year of the date of hire.
Admitted or eligible for admission to practice before all federal courts whose jurisdictions encompass Alabama.
Ability to manage a caseload, including litigation at all levels of state and federal courts. Effective writing and oral skills commensurate with serving capably as an attorney. Knowledge of standard software applications. In-state travel required. Valid U.S. driver's license requir! ed.
Background Investigation Statement
Prior! to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction before a hiring decision is made.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age and have an acceptable motor vehicle record as determined by the insurance carrier.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Preferred Qualifications
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Department Required Licenses
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Department Required Background Checks
MVR
Standard plus Fede! ral (convictions in federal court)
Lifting Demands
Up to 10 pounds
Environmental Conditions
Normal Office Environment
Hazardous Conditions:
None
Additional Physical Demands or Work Conditions
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This job will be opened on: Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:31:54 GMT