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• 5/15/08: Mid-Atlantic-based law firm is hiring tax /trust & estate associates with personal estate and tax planning, probate and trust administration, business succession planning, and related legal services for family and individual clients. Members of this group counsel and represent clients ranging from individuals, families, and closely held businesses to major trust and charitable institutions. Requirements: 2+ years of tax background. CPA or LLM is preferred, but not required. Applicants must have solid job tenure. The selected applicant will have an opportunity to serve clients working within a collegial and supportive team. Job openings are available in Richmond, VA and Washington, D.C. Email cover letter, resume and transcript to yvonne@sterlingattorneyjobs.com. For more information, please call (434) 589-2800.
• 5/15/08: Washington, D.C. office of national law firm is hiring a Tax Associate. The selected applicant will support tax partners in state and local tax issues associated with reorganizations, restructuring and utilization of pass-through entities, and handle tax planning, sales/use, and multistate unclaimed property. The D.C. tax group has approximately 10 lawyers. Requirements: 2+ years of SALT experience in sales/use and franchise taxes and unclaimed property is required. Previous law firm experience is helpful but not required. Applicants must have solid job tenure. Email cover letter, resume and transcript to yvonne@sterlingattorneyjobs.com. For more information, please call (434) 589-2800.
• 5/15/08: Position available with an international tax section of an elite group of lawyers with expertise in inbound and outbound transactions, cross border investments, and foreign tax burdens. The selected applicant will develop close client relationships, helping client’s structure holdings, transactional and business operations to maximize tax efficiency. The New York City tax group has approximately 20 lawyers. Requirements: 5+ years of experience with domestic tax background; must have partnership tax experience. Firm prefers national or global law firm experience. LLM in Tax is required. Attorneys licensed to practice law in New York are preferred. Email cover letter, resume and transcript to yvonne@sterlingattorneyjobs.com. For more information, please call (434) 589-2800.
• 5/12/08: The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit seeks a Staff Attorney. This position is located in the Clerk’s Office, Operations Division and reports to the Legal Coordinator. The Clerk’s Office supports the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, which includes Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and the United States Virgin Islands. This is a 2- to 5-year term, with the possibility of permanent appointment. The position is in Philadelphia. Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent assists and advises the Court on the administration of the Rules of Attorney Disciplinary Enforcement and the Rules for Judicial Conduct and Disciplinary Disability Proceedings; conducts legal research and prepares procedural orders assisting in the disposition of proceedings before the Court; and prepares memoranda for the Court in emergency matters. Conditions of Employment: Must be a United States citizen or a citizen of a country with a defense treaty with the United States who is eligible to work in the United States. Qualifications: Strong academic background, JD from an accredited law school, and admission to practice before the highest court of a state or commonwealth of the United States are required. Maturity, good judgment, high ethical standards, and a positive work attitude are also required. Other requirements: knowledge of appellate practice and procedure; ability to analyze complex legal questions and provide proposed solutions; superior written and oral communication skills; demonstrated proficiency in legal research; organizational skills; and the ability to work quickly and accurately and to prioritize among competing demands. Specialized experience: 1-3 years of progressively responsible specialized experience in the practice of law, in legal research, legal administration, or equivalent experience, gained after graduation from law school. Salary range: $55,463-97,425. To apply, send resume with references, cover letter, law school transcript, and short writing sample (no more than 10 pages and edited by applicant only) to stfattorney@ca3.uscourts.gov or to the attention of Michelle Wulff at Circuit Executive’s Office, U.S.C.A. for the Third Circuit, 601 Market Street, Room 22409 U.S. Courthouse, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1790. Application deadline: June 2, 2008.
• 5/12/08: The Office of the Federal Defender, Eastern District of California, is now accepting applications for a temporary Research and Writing position for the Sacramento office. The Office of the Federal Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, U.S.C. sec. 3006A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters in the federal courts. The successful candidate will provide research and support services for trial and appeal attorneys, including the drafting of briefs, motions, petitions for certiorari, and legal memoranda. The position requires excellent research and writing skills; experience in computer-assisted legal research; word processing capability; time management skills; and the ability to understand and manage complex factual and legal issues. To qualify, applicants must be United States citizens, a member in good standing of state bar, and have 2 years of attorney experience in either the public or private sector. A federal clerkship can substitute for the required attorney experience. Salary range: $52,698-114,706. To apply, send resume with 3 references and writing sample to Office of Federal Defender, Eastern District of California, 801 I Street, 3rd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814 or email to CAE_HR@fd.org. No telephone calls or faxes, please. Application deadline: open until filled.
• 5/6/08: The Office of the State Public Defender has a Staff Attorney position based in Chicago. This position will represent inmates in capital post-conviction proceedings in Illinois circuit and reviewing courts. Applicants must be licensed to practice in Illinois and willing to handle cases in any Illinois county. Desired qualifications: commitment to indigent defense and experience in civil litigation and criminal appeals. Send resume and cover letter by May 27, 2008 to Anne Carlson, Deputy Defender, Office of the State Appellate Defender, Capital Post Conviction Unit, 20 North Clark, Suite 2800, Chicago, IL 60602.
• 5/6/08: The Office of the State Public Defender has a Staff Attorney position based in Chicago. Qualified candidates shall be licensed to practice law in Illinois and certified by the Illinois Capital Litigation Trial Bar. Duties include assisting court-appointed counsel at the trial level in cases where the death penalty is sought. The position provides excellent benefits. Send resume and cover letter by May 30, 2008 to Cheryl Bormann, Deputy Defender, Office of the State Appellate Defender, Capital Trial Assistance Unit, 20 North Clark, Suite 2800, Chicago, IL 60602.
• 5/6/08: Bovey & Bojorquez, LLP seeks an attorney to practice municipal law as associate with Austin firm. Duties include legal research, writing, and attending city council meetings. Applicable areas of law include water law, wastewater, state/local government, environmental, administrative law. Requirements: Licensed attorney with a minimum of 2-4 years of legal experience; experience in administrative law or state/local government law. Preferred qualifications: expertise in environmental /water /wastewater law. Salary depends on qualifications, with performance bonuses. To apply, please send resume with class rank and writing sample to Geri Garl at geri@texasmunicipallawyers.com. For detailed job description contact Geri Jarl at (512) 250-0411, or geri@ texasmunicipallawyers.com. Application deadline: June 7, 2008.
• 5/6/08: Stewart Legal Services seeks an Underwriting Counsel for Title Insurer. Specific and General Responsibilities: 1) Serve as a national underwriting counsel and work in Houston, TX; 2) Create and implement underwriting policies; 3) Analyze risk on commercial and residential transactions; 4) Primary point of contact for underwriters and agents to resolve title issues, and assist in responding to requests for special coverage(s); 5) Train and educate underwriting and legal staff on best practices; 6) Assist with regulatory compliance issues; 7) Draft and negotiate forms, agreements and similar documents as the need arises; 8) Maintain an awareness of developments in all legal fields relevant to the organization. Job Qualifications: Candidate must be a licensed attorney in one or more states. Knowledge, skills and experience required: 1) At least 10 years of legal experience in the real estate and title insurance industry; Underwriting and legal skills; 3) Strong technical knowledge of the title insurance sector; 4) An ability to undertake analysis and research; 5) Current knowledge of all aspects of real estate law relevant to the position; 6) Strong work ethic, with sound judgment and an eye for detail. Please send responses/resumes to: calbert@stewart.com and jgosdin@stewart.com. Application deadline: May 30, 2008.
• 5/6/08: The Governor of the State of Iowa is seeking candidates for the position of State Public Defender. The State Public Defender’s Office coordinates legal representation to indigent clients who are accused of committing crimes or involved in juvenile court matters. The State Public Defender's Office supervises a Trial Division of 18 field offices, an Appellant Defender Office that handles indigent defense cases on appeal for the entire state, and a Civil Commitment Unit. In addition, the State Public Defender administers an assigned counsel and organizational contract program, which includes fee claim review and approval. The Office also provides legal advice to inmates at the Iowa State Penitentiary in civil cases. This position is responsible for directing and supervising all administrative and legal activities of the State Public Defender’s Office. The position is located in Des Moines and requires some travel. The State Public Defender is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Iowa State Senate upon initial appointment and at least every 4 years thereafter. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Iowa. Additionally, a background in long-term strategic thinking, data driven decision-making, organizational leadership, integration of technology in the delivery of services, forming strategic alliances, finance, and solid communications skills are necessary. Preferred Qualifications: 10 years of experience providing legal services to the indigent and at least 5 years of management responsibility. Salary Range: $71,115-108,805. Email, fax or mail a cover letter and resume by the close of business on May 19, 2008, to Nancy Berggren, Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Human Resources Enterprise, Hoover State Office Building, 1305 East Walnut, Level A, Des Moines, IA 50319-0150; Fax: (515) 242-6450; Nancy.Berggren@iowa.gov
• 5/1/08: The University of Iowa College of Law seeks applications for a full-time Director of Academic Support beginning with the 2008-09 academic year. The College of Law is an intimate, collegial and dynamic professional community located in an affordable university town with vibrant range of academic and cultural endeavors. The Director of Academic Support will administer and advance the current Academic Achievement Program which principally supports first-year-law students as they develop legal reading, study and test-taking skills. The Director will work with law school faculty and administrative staff to create and present first-year orientation and related programming, and coordinate a year-long peer mentoring program. As part of the Student Services team, the Director will also contribute to the design and implementation of programming to enhance the professional development of second- and third-year students as they make curricular choices, sharpen their academic skills and prepare to take a Bar examination. The Director may assume other duties related to law Student Services, such as participation in the Hubbard Law School Preparation Program and work with students for whom English is a second language. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required qualifications and experience: 1) JD from an ABA accredited law school or an equivalent combination of education and experience; 2) Admission to a state Bar; 3) Ability to create and present programs to address challenges of law school; 4) Considerable (3-5) years of experience in program management; 5) Demonstrated ability to counsel, advise and instruct people from diverse backgrounds; 6) Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff and students to enhance effectiveness of the Academic Achievement Program; and 7) Excellence in writing and public speaking. Preferred qualifications and experience: 1) Demonstrated excellence and experience in administering and evaluating an academic support program within a law school; 2) Legal practice, clerkship or other experience related to the practice of law; 3) Knowledge of significant scholarship in Academic Support; and 4) Ability and excellence in teaching. To apply, visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu/ by May 23, 2008 and refer to requisition # 55356.
• 4/23/08: Emory University Law School seeks director of Barton Child Law and Policy Clinic (Posting Number: 5277BR). Salary is commensurate with experience; Emory University has a generous benefits package. The selected applicant will begin in late spring or early summer 2008. Position Summary: Emory Law School seeks a Clinic director with significant experience in child welfare and juvenile justice policy development and client representation, teaching and student supervision, and management and fundraising. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The clinic director oversees the operations of the clinic, including supervising faculty and staff working in the Clinic, developing curriculum, teaching students in a classroom setting, supervising students in a clinical setting, participating in local, state, and national policy development, fundraising for Clinic operations, managing and implementing grant awards, and managing the Clinic budget. As the lead faculty member of the Clinic, the Director develops the curriculum and accompanying syllabus for the classroom seminar on child abuse and neglect and the public policy and legislative clinical offerings, teaches a weekly seminar class, and leads one clinic student meeting a week. The Clinic Director supervises the Clinic staff which includes three attorney positions, a postgraduate fellow in law, and two part-time administrative support positions. The Director also personally supervises clinic students in the performance of their duties. The Clinic Director is expected to develop relationships with organizations and individuals in Atlanta, Georgia, and nationally that work on matters closely related to the Clinic’s mission. The Director, in coordination with law school and university development staff, is required to raise sufficient funds for the Clinic budget, the sources for which include major and minor donor solicitation and grant applications. The Director, as a member of the law school faculty, will also be expected to perform regular faculty duties including participation in faculty meetings, participation on faculty committees, support for law school recruitment efforts as well as outreach to the law school and broader legal communities through participation in conferences and panels. Qualifications: 1) JD and legal experience required; M.S.W. or Ph.D. in related field preferred; 2) Experience managing and teaching in children’s law clinic settings is preferred; 3) Experience in relevant aspects of children’s law; 4) Significant experience in public policy development and legislative work; 5) Solid intellectual grounding in the law related to child abuse, juvenile justice, status offenses, foster care and other related areas of children’s law, as well as related regulations; 6) Bar membership in Georgia by August 2009; 7) Strong connections to local, statewide and national non-profit organizations, government and industry to facilitate development of clinical projects is preferred; 8) Excellent written and oral communication skills; 9) Superb analytical, research, and organizational skills; 10) High degree of professionalism in dealings with staff, colleagues and opponents; 11) Interest in mentoring and supervising students in clinic work; 12) Ability to handle a flexible but demanding work schedule; 13) Ability to fundraise with donors and foundations; 14) Excellent management skills, including experience managing budgets. Send a cover letter highlighting qualifications, full resume with references, and writing sample to Kevin Moody, Emory Law School, 1301 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30322or kmoody@emory.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and position will remain open until the right candidate is hired.
• 4/21/08: The Texas Municipal Courts Education Center (TMCEC) seeks a Program Attorney & Deputy. Duties: Monitor legislative action, court decisions, judicial disciplinary actions, attorney general opinions, and other periodicals in evaluating the educational needs of municipal judges; 2) Study and analyze municipal courts and related legal issues for the purposes of developing and preparing curriculum; 3) Recruit and select faculty for TMCEC judicial education programs; Coordinate judicial education seminars from planning stages through conclusion; 4) Evaluate and assess the presentation skills of TMCEC faculty to facilitate effective instruction; 5) Assist faculty with development of course materials; 6) Analyze and evaluate data to measure the effectiveness of judicial educational programs in meeting goals and objectives; 7) Serve on TMCEC faculty; 8) Answer legal questions from municipal judges and court support personnel; 9) Contribute to TMCEC publications and responsible for the revision and editing of the TMCEC Forms Book; 10) Write scripts and assists with production of instructional videotapes; 11) Serve as a staff liaison between TMCEC and other agencies, committees, associations, and groups that work closely with Texas municipal courts; 12) Visit municipal courts on request by court with approval of Executive Director to give technical assistance on proper procedures for the fair administration of justice; and 13) In absence of or at the request of the General Counsel, offers legal advice to Executive Director and TMCA/TMCEC Board of Directors on legal matters and other duties as assigned by the Executive Director. Minimum Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a LL.B. or J.D. and a license to practice law in Texas. Applicants must have Strong personal and leadership skills and creative vision.Experience or Knowledge Required: 1) Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with limited supervision; 2) Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to diverse professional audiences; 3) Ability to work well with judges and other court support personnel, as well as TMCEC staff members and volunteers; 4) Excellent research and presentation skills; 5) Ability to use personal computer on a networked system for email, correspondence and reports. Experience or Knowledge Preferred: 1) Teaching experience; 2) Knowledge of adult education principles; 3) Knowledge of the operations of criminal courts of Texas; 4) Knowledge of criminal law principles and practices; 5) 3 or more years of experience in as a judge, prosecutor, staff attorney, or defense attorney. Salary: up to $57,982. Send cover letter, writing sample, transcript, and resume by May 31, 2008 to Hope Lochridge, Texas Municipal Courts Education Center, 1609 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Suite 302, Austin TX 78701; fax (512) 435-6118.
• 4/14/08: Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc. (ABLE), a non-profit law firm which provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals and groups in northwest Ohio, seeks an energetic, bright, hardworking Managing Attorney for its Migrant Farmworker and Immigration Program. The selected individual will supervise attorneys, paralegals, and community workers engaged in significant advocacy projects on behalf of low-income clients who are migrant farmworkers and immigrants. The position is based in Toledo, however frequent travel within the Ohio service area should be expected. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably in providing legal services to the poor. Membership in Ohio Bar or ability to be admitted by motion or examination is required. Position is one of major responsibility. Applicants must possess the combined qualities of excellent legal, administrative, and managerial skills, have excellent leadership and communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to legal services to the poor. Previous experience working with migrant or immigrant populations is highly preferred. Computer proficiency is required. Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred. Salary: $52,640-$77,250, dependent upon legal experience; excellent fringe benefits, including pension plan and loan repayment assistance. To apply, send resume electronically as soon as possible, in Microsoft Word format only to: jobs@ablelaw.org, Subject: MFIP Managing Attorney. Position will remain open until filled.
• 4/10/08: Thriving Kansas City area creditors' rights law firm seeks associates with 1-4 years of experience. Litigation or bankruptcy experience is a plus. Successful candidates must possess strong research and writing skills and shall be licensed in Missouri and Kansas. Please email resume to hr0042@yahoo.com. Please include salary requirements on resume.
• 3/18/08: Meyers Nave is currently seeking an associate lawyer in its Environmental and Oil and Gas Department for its Los Angeles office. Qualified candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in oil and gas and environmental law with transactional, litigation and compliance experience. Prior experience in oil and gas exploration and production is helpful. Interested applicants should forward a cover letter, resume with references, transcript, and writing sample to: HR Director, Meyers Nave, 555 12th Street, Suite 1500, Oakland, CA 94607; fax to (510) 444-1108; or email meyersjobs@meyersnave.com.
• 3/18/08: Chrysler LLC seeks a Senior Marketing/Dealer Relations Staff Counsel. This position is located in Auburn Hills, MI. This position will provide legal counsel and guidance to the company on a wide range of issues in the area of distribution, trade regulation, antitrust compliance & litigation, dealer franchising, and marketing. Required Qualifications: 1) Bar-admitted attorney with experience at a law firm, regulatory agency and/or corporate law department; 2) 10 years of legal experience, including significant experience in antitrust law. Preferred qualifications: experience in the automotive sector is preferred. Other requirements: the selected individual will be expected to work closely with internal clients and manage litigation. The ideal candidate can anticipate a competitive and attractive salary and benefit package. For more information, visit http://careers.chrysler-group.com/.
• 3/10/08: The Career Development Office of the University of California, Berkeley (Boalt Hall) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the half-time position of International Career and LL.M. Counselor. Statement of the Job and Key Responsibilities: The Career Development Office (CDO) provides career-related advice and counseling for the JD Program's nearly 900 students, LLMs, and the entire Boalt Hall alumni community. Its services include: 1) providing private career counseling sessions with a CDO attorney-counselor; 2) presenting dozens of career related substantive and job-search skills-based programming; 3) preparing, revising, and maintaining online and print resources relating to legal careers; 4) developing and maintaining working relationships with legal employers in order to expand placement opportunities, and 5) planning, coordinating, and administering career placement events, such as career fairs and on campus interview programs. Reporting to the CDO’s Executive Director, and working in close conjunction with the CDO’s 4 other attorney-counselors, the Associate Director – International Initiatives will assist in providing all of the above mentioned services, with a special (although not exclusive) emphasis on providing them to: 1) students and alums interested in pursuing private and public service-oriented international legal careers; and 2) the Law School’s 100 or so (primarily) international LL.M. students pursuing temporary and permanent positions in the United States. Required Qualifications: 1) Either a JD (or foreign equivalent) degree with significant international legal practice experience, or prior experience providing career counseling to international LL.M. law students; 2) Strong interpersonal and communication skills; 3) Strong public speaking and presentation skills; 4) Excellent judgment in handling sensitive information; 5) Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines, take initiative, work independently and as a team member, and interact professionally with faculty, staff, students and the public; 6) Excellent computer skills including: proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet research and databases; 7) Demonstrated competency in developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex problems; 8) Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check. This is a 50% career position with possibility of increase in percentage of time within 2 years based on organizational growth and available funding. Further details are on the UC Berkeley jobs site: http://jobs.berkeley.edu. Search for job number 008141 or keyword search for "Boalt." (The position title is International Career & LL.M. Counselor). Applications are accepted only via the online UC Berkeley jobs site.
• 3/5/08: The Federal Public Defender - Southern District of Texas, has a temporary opening for a Criminal Defense Trial Attorney. The office of the Federal Public Defender is a criminal defense law firm; the Federal Public Defender is responsible for representing individuals charged with a federal crime if a federal judge or magistrate judge determines that the accused person is financially unable to obtain adequate representation and if the judge or magistrate judge assigns the case to the Federal Public Defender. Usually, the Federal Public Defender is appointed at the initial appearance before the magistrate judge. An appointment made by a magistrate judge remains in effect for any proceeding on that case in district court; if the defendant appeals, the appointment continues in effect for representation on appeal, through the United States Supreme Court. Most appeals are handled by the Houston Office. The office seeks a Temporary Assistant Federal Public Defender to be responsible for a portion of the Houston Division trial docket for an undetermined amount of time not to exceed 1 year, while AFPD is on military leave. This headquarters office with seven trial attorneys provides quality defense to persons accused of a federal crime and eligible for appointed counsel. No private practice is permitted. Some limited travel may be required. Requirements: 2-4 years of trial experience preferred (clerkship or internship may substitute), fluency in Spanish preferred. Applicants must be admitted to the State Bar of Texas or to any United States District Court. Submit resume and writing sample to Marjorie A. Meyers, Federal Public Defender, 440 Louisiana, Suite 310, Houston, TX77002 or email, in PDF format only. to Dora_Madrigal@fd.org. This position is open until filled. Applications received under this announcement may be considered for vacancies occurring within 90 days after position is filled. Applicants are subject to background (FBI) and tax (IRS) investigation. Proof of United States citizenship or other employment eligibility is required.
• 3/3/08: The Harvard Law School is soliciting applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning with the 2008-2009 academic year. The School seeks applicants with substantial legal practice experience -- a minimum of 3 years of experience in government, non-profit, or private practice, not including time spent as a law clerk -- who have a strong interest in an academic career, but who have not yet completed enough scholarly work to make a regular tenure-track appointment possible. Appointments will be for a term of 2 years. Each appointee will teach a regular course load and will be expected to produce one or more substantial pieces of scholarship. During the second year of the appointment, he or she will likely enter the tenure-track teaching market. Each Visiting Assistant Professor will have access to the full range of resources offered by Harvard University. He or she will be provided a private office, library privileges, health benefits, a research budget, a budget for travel, and an annual salary of $125,000. Applications must be received by March 28, 2008. Each application should include the following materials: 1) Résumé or CV, including references; 2) Transcripts from all undergraduate, law, and graduate schools attended; 3) Research agenda. This should be no more than 2,000 words describing the applicant’s area(s) of research interest and at least one scholarly writing project; 4) At least one writing sample that demonstrates the applicant’s writing and analytical abilities and ability to generate interesting, original ideas. The writing sample can be unpublished work, such as a student paper or an early draft of a current project. An applicant who already has scholarly publications related to law should submit copies thereof; 5) At least 2 letters of recommendation that focus on the applicant's scholary potential. Send applications, either electronically or in paper form, to: Mr. Akiba Covitz, acovitz@law.harvard.edu, Director, Office of Academic Affairs, Harvard Law School, Griswold Hall 206, Cambridge, MA 02138.
• 2/26/08: The Law Offices of Robert E. Luna, PC, a 12-attorney firm located in Dallas, seeks an Associate Attorney with concentration in Texas public school law. Applicants must have excellent research and writing skills. Public speaking experience is a plus. This is a non-smoking office. Send resume and salary requirements to admin@txschoollaw.com.
• 2/18/08: Notre Dame Law School invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Career Services. The Assistant Director of Career Services aids the Director of Career Services in the production, management, and evaluation of the programming aspects of a comprehensive career service program for students and alumni of the law school. Responsibilities of the position include: actively assisting and participating in office long-range planning; counseling students and alumni; implementing new programming including one-on-one and group training; planning and executing on-campus interviewing and resume solicitation programs; developing and maintaining contact with employers nationwide to encourage program participation and to cultivate job opportunities; oversight of the office's job posting system and databases; supervision and upkeep of the resource library; producing written materials for Career Services newsletters and promotions. A Juris Doctorate degree and strong knowledge of legal markets is required. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral presentation and writing skills. In addition, the ability to work independently and effectively as a team, an excellent sense of humor, and an enthusiasm for working with law students, lawyers and the legal community is required. Experience in a law school career services office, knowledge of self assessment tools and legal career paths, and counseling experience is strongly preferred. To view a complete job description and to apply, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/employment/job_opportunities.shtml.
• 2/18/08: The University of Richmond School of Law is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Associate Director, Law School Career Services Office (CSO). The Associate Director provides a comprehensive career services program to students, alumni, and other constituencies served by the CSO. The CSO seeks an enthusiastic and outgoing professional to prepare students for the job search, manage the judicial clerkship program, and represent the office and market students to legal employers. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Career Services, the position works successfully as part of a team including counselors, a recruiting coordinator, and other staff. Ideal candidates will have a J.D., or other advanced degree; minimum 2 years of experience in a law firm, with legal employer or in a law career services office; ability to work with numerous constituencies; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; dedication to high-quality customer service; and leadership skills confirmed by prior success in relevant experience. The University of Richmond (www.richmond.edu) is a nationally ranked liberal arts university offering a unique combination of undergraduate and graduate programs through its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Leadership Studies, Law, and Continuing Studies, with approximately 3,000 undergraduate students. To review the complete job description and to apply, visit www.urjobs.org.