The University of Baltimore School
of Law invites applications for a Fellowship in a new Veterans Legal Services
Project to begin on or about January 1, 2013. This public interest
fellowship program offers practicing attorneys exposure to law school clinical
teaching.
The Veterans Legal Services
Project is a new initiative designed to meet the legal needs of low-income
veterans. Duties will include direct supervision of case work by clinic
students, clinic classroom teaching in coordination with clinic faculty,
consulting and partnering with existing legal clinics and organizations that
serve the legal needs of veterans, and choosing cases that offer students a
rich experiential opportunity in the practice of law. The Fellow would also
pursue professional goals in conjunction with his/her clinic director,
including opportunities for scholarship.
This position is a contractual
appointment for one year, with an anticipation of an extension for two
additional years.
Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills; at least
three years of experience as a practicing lawyer primarily in matters related
to the legal needs of veterans; a strong academic record and/or other indicia
of high performance ability; commitment to work for low income clients; and a
strong interest in teaching. Membership in the Maryland Bar or a willingness to
sit for the Maryland Bar is preferred.
Salary:
The starting salary is $50,000. The position includes full benefits,
including retirement annuities, research support, and a travel allowance.
To Apply See Symplicity
