University Assistant Attorney — Higher Education Legal

Murray-State-University; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray State University in Murray, KY seeks an Assistant Attorney to provide support to the General Counsel and assist with contracts and open records act requests.

The role manages general university legal matters under supervision, advises officials, and participates on university committees. A law degree and Kentucky Bar admission within six months are required.

This position is full-time, exempt staff in the Legal Services department, with a 12-month term and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a legal setting.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal skills.
• Working knowledge of higher education law, Federal Civil Rights legislation, the Kentucky Open Records Act, and real property law.

Responsibilities

• Manages general University legal matters under supervision of General Counsel.
• Contract review and preparation.
• Real estate conveyances and acquisitions.
• Grant proposals and open records act requests.
• State and federal regulatory compliance.
• Advises and consults with University officials and serves on committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prior experience in a legal setting

Attention to detail

Written and verbal skills

Knowledge of higher education law and铁

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Murray State University in Murray, KY seeks an Assistant Attorney to provide support to the General Counsel and assist with contracts and open records act requests.

The role manages general university legal matters under supervision, advises officials, and participates on university committees. A law degree and Kentucky Bar admission within six months are required.

This position is full-time, exempt staff in the Legal Services department, with a 12-month term and a competitive salary.