Staff Attorney - Ag Finance and Credit
About The Position
The Staff Attorney will assist with research and writing activities that further the national mission of the National Agricultural Law Center, with a primary emphasis on agricultural finance and credit issues impacting the agricultural and food sectors. This includes relevant aspects of the Uniform Commercial Code (i.e., Article 9 and Article 2), agricultural liens (including statutory trusts under Packers and Stockyards Act and the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act), and bankruptcy/debt management. Staff Attorney will report to Senior Staff Attorneys and, as needed, oversee work of one or more Center Research Fellows. Staff Attorney must have demonstrated excellent legal research and writing skills, and have the ability to work independently as well as closely with Center staff, as needed. This is a 2-year position contingent upon continued funding and performance. This is an in-person (not remote) position located in Fayetteville, AR.
Requirements
- Must possess a Juris Doctor (or obtain by May 2026)
- Be currently licensed to practice law in any state (or obtain by November 2026)
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
Nice To Haves
- Background with relevant agricultural/food, finance or environmental issues
- At least an overall 3.2 G.P.A. obtained in law school.
Responsibilities
- Assist with research and writing activities that further the national mission of the National Agricultural Law Center, with a primary emphasis on agricultural finance and credit issues impacting the agricultural and food sectors.
- This includes relevant aspects of the Uniform Commercial Code (i.e., Article 9 and Article 2), agricultural liens (including statutory trusts under Packers and Stockyards Act and the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act), and bankruptcy/debt management.
- Report to Senior Staff Attorneys and, as needed, oversee work of one or more Center Research Fellows.
- Demonstrate excellent legal research and writing skills, and have the ability to work independently as well as closely with Center staff, as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
