Clinical Legal Director

Hastings Center, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

PTO & holidays

403(b) with company match

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Howard University invites applications for the Clinical Legal Director role to lead the Clinical Law Center’s 10 live-client clinics and to advance student growth and client outcomes in a rigorous academic environment. The position requires a JD with at least 6 years of relevant legal experience and a demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity.

The role offers a competitive salary range and benefits.

Qualifications

• JD with at least 6 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience as attorney or legal director in a legal services organization or Clinical Law Center is preferred.
• Experience with law practice management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Clinical Law Center operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Improve policies, handbooks, procedures, systems and trainings to enhance client outcomes and student learning.
• Support clinical faculty in docket management, pedagogy development, file management/retention and client communication.
• Collaborate with the Director and staff to raise the program's profile and impact.
• Assist with grant writing, budgeting, and external communications; coordinate with the Assistant Director.

Skills

Excellent lawyering

Law practice management

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Diversity & social justice commitment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

## Clinical Legal DirectorApply: Howard University School of Law Library: Full time: Posted Today: JR108592The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.Here is what we offer: * ***Health & Wellness:*** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support* ***Work-Life Balance:*** PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements* ***Financial Wellness:*** Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match* ***Professional Development:*** Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths* ***Additional Perks:*** Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture**Join Howard University and thrive with us!** https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness**JOB PURPOSE:**The purpose of this position is to serve as the managing attorney and legal director for the Clinical Law programs at Howard University School of Law. In collaboration with the Director of the Clinical Law Center and other staff, the incumbent will manage the legal operations for 10 live-client clinics improving client services, student growth and operational efficiency.**SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:**This position does not have any direct reports, but will work in collaboration with the Assistant Director and Program Coordinator.**NATURE AND SCOPE:**Internal contacts include administrators, faculty, staff and students in the School of Law and other University departments. External contacts include government officials and a myriad of law affiliated institutions, agencies, and organizations, vendors, clinic clients, alumni, sponsor representatives, visitors and the general public.**PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:*** In collaboration with the Director of the Clinical Law Center and clinic staff, manage the legal operations for the Clinical Law Center, including ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, managing conflict checks and improving all systems related to law practice management.* Improve and update all law practice policies, handbooks, procedures, systems and trainings to help improve client outcomes and student learning.* Work with the Director of the Clinical Law Center and clinic staff to support all clinical faculty in docket management, pedagogy development, file management/retention client communication and other legal tasks.* Work with the Director of the Clinical Law Center, clinic staff and clinic faculty to improve client outcomes and student learning.* Leverage partnerships across the university and externally to benefit programs, clients and students.* Collaborate on grant writing as needed.* Collaborate with the Assistant Director in budget management and operational tasks.* Train faculty, staff and students on policies and procedures of the Clinical Law Center.* Collaborate with Clinic Director and others on external communications to raise the profile of the Clinical Law Center’s work.* Collaborate with the Clinic Director on managing the Civil Rights SCOTUS moot program.* Perform special projects and other duties assigned by Clinical Law Center leadership.**CORE COMPETENCIES:*** Excellent lawyering and law practice management skills.* Demonstrated experience in performing programmatic duties at a high level in a legal environment.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Demonstrated attention to detail.* Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and deliver quality customer services.* Ability to represent the Clinic in a professional and exceptional manner.* Demonstrated commitment to social justice, civil and human rights, and working with a diverse group of constituencies.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**JD plus at least 6 years of relevant legal experience required.Experience serving as an attorney or legal director in a legal services organization or Clinical Law Center strongly preferred. Experience with law practice management is also preferred.**Compliance Salary Range Disclosure**$115,000-$125,000### About UsHoward University is a comprehensive, research-oriented, historically Black private university providing an educational experience of exceptional quality to students of high academic potential with particular emphasis upon the provision of educational opportunities to promising Black students. Further, the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are, through their teaching and research, committed to the development of distinguished and compassionate graduates and to the quest for solutions to human and social problems in the United States and throughout the world.Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex,sexual orientation,gender or gender identity, marital status, religion, disability or protected veterans status. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities or veterans status, Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX should be directed to the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-806-1280.**This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not be construed as a contract for employment.**