Hunter Law Fellow and Adjunct Professor (Dedman Law)
Southern Methodist University Inc

Job Info

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Description

Salary Range:

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study, and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through eight schools.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty, and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities - from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance, and athletic endeavor.

About the Department:

The School of Law at SMU was established in February 1925. Highlighting the celebration of its 75th year, SMU School of Law was named Dedman School of Law in 2001 in honor of Dallas benefactors Nancy and Robert H. Dedman, Sr., and their family. With more than 15,000 graduates, SMU Dedman School of Law has a national and international reputation of training prominent lawyers in both law and business. As the first law school in Dallas, we are fortunate to be in a city with a thriving economy, many corporate headquarters, and an outstanding legal community. SMU Dedman School of Law continues to strive to develop the next century of leaders.

About the Position:

The Fellow will report to and collaborate with the Director of the Hunter Legal Center for Victims of Crimes Against Women at SMU Dedman School of Law. The Hunter Center provides representation to survivors of gender-based harms, including domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, in a broad range of legal areas (including family law, humanitarian immigration claims, and post-conviction relief) and engages in in systemic advocacy and policy work to both prevent and seek long-term solutions to the problem of violence against women. This is a full-time position for a two-year term, and is benefits eligible. Reappointment for an additional one-year term is possible based on performance and funding availability. Expected start date is June 1, 2022.

Essential Functions:

• Provide supervision to students in the Clinic, including feedback, mentoring, and training.
  
• Manage ongoing cases during the school year, the summer, and student breaks, ensuring that the work is done in a timely and professional manner.
  
• Develop and teach at least one doctrinal course that relates to the work of the Clinic.
  
• Assist with the development of curriculum and teaching of the Clinic's classroom component.
  
• Work with the Director to select and determine the focus of the Clinic's cases and projects.
  
• Develop and maintain relationships within the legal community and with advocacy organizations working to prevent and serve survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking.
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor is required.

A minimum of three (3) years of related practice experience is required. Candidate with additional work experience or participation in a clinic during law school is desired.

Candidate must be a member of the Texas State Bar or eligible to waive in to the Texas Bar.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The successful candidate should have a demonstrated interest in law teaching and experience serving survivors of gender-based violence. The candidate should demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in writing. In addition, the Fellow should possess strong time management, organizational, and planning skills. Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions.

Required software skills: Microsoft suite of products, client management software, and virtual meeting platforms

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time

Deadline to Apply:

Priority consideration will be given to those applicants that apply by May 3, 2022.

Open until filled.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three references, a writing sample, law school transcript, and other significant supporting materials (optional).

EEO Statement:

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

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