Commonwealth Campus Staff Attorney
About The Position
The Pennsylvania State University, Student Legal Services, is seeking a Staff Attorney to assist in providing legal services and educational programming for students from eligible Commonwealth Campuses. The Commonwealth Campus Staff Attorney will provide advice, document drafting, and referrals to students in a variety of legal matters, including, but not limited to, landlord-tenant disputes, planning documents, contract issues, consumer issues, and limited criminal matters. Representation may be provided in limited situations. Responsibilities also include the preparation of informational brochures and learning modules, the presentation of educational outreach materials, and marketing the service to the campuses. This position will be one of five attorneys in the Student Legal Services office and will be the primary attorney serving Commonwealth Campus students. This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and in-person work. The office is located in State College, PA. This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- 3+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Attorney - Student Services - Advanced Professional)
- Licensed Attorney - Pennsylvania Board of Law Examiners
- Valid driver’s license
- Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- No prior relevant work experience required (if filled as Attorney - Student Services - Professional)
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice, consultation, and representation to students in both civil and criminal matters; gather and examine evidence; analyze legal issues; research, interpret, and apply statutes, regulations, treaties, University policies, judicial decisions, and administrative opinions
- Determine conflicts of interest and provide referral information
- Represent students during litigation proceedings; determine strategy; draft and file pleadings and other documentation, including subpoenas, complaints, discovery, motions, responses, affidavits, memoranda, and agreements; present and argue cases; negotiate settlements
- Draft simple wills, living wills, and powers of attorney; provide notary service to students
- Help students complete legal forms such as expungement petitions
- Give public presentations; provide outreach to student groups and external organizations
- Develop policies, procedures, and programs related to Student Services; identify internal controls; provide mechanisms to monitor and enforce statutory, regulatory, and ethical mandates/compliance
- Keep abreast of changes in the law; review new statutes, regulations, and opinions; update office publications and processes; attend continuing legal education courses
- Provide oversight for the selection, training, and management of wage payroll and student externs
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
- 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
