Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program Attorney I - 529610
About The Position
The Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program Attorney I conducts and assists with all phases of legal advocacy for individuals and classes of persons including research, preparation of documents, interviewing and counseling, negotiations and appearing before administrative tribunals and courts at the trial and appellate level. Makes presentations to consumers and the public concerning legal rights and remedies. Assists with the supervision of clinic students. AL Disability Advocacy Program (ADAP) is a statewide protection and advocacy system for the state of Alabama. ADAP works to achieve fairness and justice for Alabamians with disabilities. Provides legally-based services. Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect against persons with disabilities. Participates in legislative and regulatory advocacy work. Conducts outreach and education about disability rights.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate; OR bachelor's degree and currently enrolled in law school. Must have Juris Doctorate by start date.
- Must be licensed to practice law in Alabama OR must become a member of the Alabama Bar within one (1) year of start date.
- Minimum of one to three years of legal practice.
- Admitted or eligible for admission to practice before all federal courts whose jurisdictions encompass Alabama.
- In-state travel required.
- Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
- Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies.
- Ability to manage a caseload, including litigation at all levels of state and federal courts.
- Effective writing, presentation, and public speaking skills commensurate with serving capably as a public interest attorney.
- Knowledge of standard software applications.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with or functional knowledge of laws, regulations, and programs affecting people with disabilities; the disability rights movement, the disability community, or other vulnerable people or communities; state systems serving persons with disabilities including the Alabama Dept. of Mental Health, Alabama Dept. of Human Resources, Alabama Dept. of Corrections, Alabama Medicaid, Alabama Dept. of Youth Services, Alabama State Dept. of Education.
- Advocacy experience in either law, social or human services, government, public interest, or health care environments.
- Expertise in with Medicaid waivers and/or health law experience.
Responsibilities
- Conducts and assists with all phases of legal advocacy for individuals and classes of persons including research, preparation of documents, interviewing and counseling, negotiations and appearing before administrative tribunals and courts at the trial and appellate level.
- Makes presentations to consumers and the public concerning legal rights and remedies.
- Assists with the supervision of clinic students.
- Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect against persons with disabilities.
- Participates in legislative and regulatory advocacy work.
- Conducts outreach and education about disability rights.
Benefits
- Eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
