Assistant General Counsel

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant General Counsel for its Office of Legal Affairs. This full-time position requires at least two years of relevant legal experience, ideally in higher education law. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, contract reviews, and assisting the General Counsel.

The successful candidate must hold a JD and be admitted to the State Bar, and will work closely with university administrators, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications

• JD and State Bar membership required.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in higher education law is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counseling to assigned units.
• Conduct contract reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage a variety of tasks

Effective interaction with various constituents

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Posting Number

S15220P

Working Title

Assistant General Counsel

Department

Legal Affairs Office

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Salary

$105,000 - 125,000

Position Summary

This position is a full-time attorney in the University of Georgia’s Office of Legal Affairs, the University’s in-house legal counsel. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, attorneys in the office provide legal advice and counseling to the University through its administrators, faculty, and staff in the course of their duties on behalf of the University. Each attorney in the office has direct responsibility for specific substantive areas and units. Areas of responsibility sometimes change to meet the needs of the unit and institution.

The Office of Legal Affairs provides legal advice and counsel to the University on a wide variety of legal issues, including policy interpretation, contract review, and – in conjunction with the Attorney General of the State of Georgia – management of actual or threatened litigation in which the University is involved.

Assistant General Counsel positions are intended for attorneys with 2+ years of relevant experience with developing expertise relevant to higher education law. Assistant General Counsels develop subject matter expertise and foster close working relationships with assigned units.

Minimum Qualifications

JD and State Bar membership

Preferred Qualifications

The successful applicant should have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and be admitted or immediately eligible for admission to practice law in the State of Georgia. Applicants for this position should have a minimum of two years of experience. Experience relevant to higher education law is also preferred. Applicants with 7+ years of experience may apply for the open Associate General Counsel position. Successful candidate should live or be willing to promptLly relocate to the Athens area.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Advice and counseling to assigned units (50%)
• Contract review (30%)
• Other duties assigned by General Counsel (20%)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Plan and manage a variety of tasks
• Work effectively with various constituents in a large public institution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; and sound judgment

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, walking up and down stairs.

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.

Contact Details

Recruitment Contact Name: Lindsay Smith

Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]