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Paralegal, Law School – Nashville, TN

Job Title

Paralegal, Law School

Company

Vanderbilt University

Job Description

Job Description:This Paralegal is part of the Legal Clinic in the Law School at Vanderbilt University and is a key individual contributor responsible for provision of legal administrative support to the Vanderbilt Legal Clinic faculty and students, including assisting students with legal formatting and filing procedures, legal research, scheduling meetings and hearings, and preparation of subpoenas and other legal documentation as requested. This position is also responsible for Trial Advocacy Program as primary administrative support for the program, and interpretation/translation for many clinic client meetings. This position reports directly to the Legal Clinic Manager.This unit operates 7-8 live client legal clinics, the International Practice Lab, 1 practicum, externships, and other clinical legal education opportunities that allow students to learn both the theory and practice of law in context. Clinic students gain real-world legal experience by assuming the role of the lawyer under the expert guidance of members of the law faculty, allowing them to hone their legal skills and delve into particular areas of law. They work with actual clients and on real cases, gaining an understanding of the legal system and its participants and an appreciation of issues of professional responsibility.Key Functions and Expected Performance:Perform legal research using Lexis or other databases and using the United States Patent Trademark Office (USPTO) website, Metro Caselink and Federal PACER databases. (5%)

Provide general administrative support for department. (20%)

Assist with preparation of legal documents such as motions, orders, pleadings, briefs, discovery, and contract leases. (25%)

File documents with the courts as necessary. (5%)

Assist in trial preparation. (5%)

Maintain clinical faculty calendars. (5%)

Primary administrative support to the Trial Advocacy Program. (15%)

Assist clinical faculty members with non-clinical courses (5%)

Assist non-clinical faculty members with pro-bono immigration cases. (10%)

Back-up administrative support to the externship program. (5%)

Supervisory Relationships:This position does not have supervisory responsibility and reports administratively and functionally to the Legal Clinic Manager.Qualifications:

About Us: Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty!At , our work – regardless of title or role – is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.Vanderbilt University has made the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University may require employees to comply with any testing or health and safety measures which the University may require.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.

Expected Salary

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Posting Date

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 01:02:08 GMT

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