Part-Time Staff Attorney
Rutgers University
Part-time
On-site
Camden, New Jersey, United States
Posting Summary
The New Jersey Innocence Project at Rutgers University (“NJIP”) seeks the release and exoneration of wrongfully convicted people. NJIP investigates claims of innocence, provides post-conviction legal representation to wrongfully convicted people, and advocates for systemic reform. NJIP seeks a Part-time Staff Attorney to play a vital role in NJIP’s mission to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. This position will be responsible for a range of legal activities including investigating, litigating, and advocating for clients with cases of wrongful convictions. In addition, the part-time staff attorney will provide training and ongoing supervision for pro bono attorneys, law students, and undergraduate volunteers. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who have been unjustly incarcerated. The Staff Attorney will be a Rutgers University employee housed at the Rutgers Law School in Camden and will report to NJIP’s managing attorney. This position works closely with clinical faculty, administrative staff, students, and volunteers. This position is based in Camden, New Jersey and requires travel across New Jersey.
Overview
Ranked #61 in U.S. News & World Report ’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
Preferred Qualifications
· Organizational acumen · Strong research, writing, and analytic skills. · Strong advocacy skills. · Client-centered approach to legal representation and a demonstrated commitment to defending people unable to afford counsel. · Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple cases and responsibilities simultaneously. · Ability to constructively supervise students’ and volunteers’ work. · Ability to work with groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways. · Strong time management skills and the ability to handle a high volume of work.
The New Jersey Innocence Project at Rutgers University (“NJIP”) seeks the release and exoneration of wrongfully convicted people. NJIP investigates claims of innocence, provides post-conviction legal representation to wrongfully convicted people, and advocates for systemic reform. NJIP seeks a Part-time Staff Attorney to play a vital role in NJIP’s mission to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. This position will be responsible for a range of legal activities including investigating, litigating, and advocating for clients with cases of wrongful convictions. In addition, the part-time staff attorney will provide training and ongoing supervision for pro bono attorneys, law students, and undergraduate volunteers. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who have been unjustly incarcerated. The Staff Attorney will be a Rutgers University employee housed at the Rutgers Law School in Camden and will report to NJIP’s managing attorney. This position works closely with clinical faculty, administrative staff, students, and volunteers. This position is based in Camden, New Jersey and requires travel across New Jersey.
Overview
Ranked #61 in U.S. News & World Report ’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
Preferred Qualifications
· Organizational acumen · Strong research, writing, and analytic skills. · Strong advocacy skills. · Client-centered approach to legal representation and a demonstrated commitment to defending people unable to afford counsel. · Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple cases and responsibilities simultaneously. · Ability to constructively supervise students’ and volunteers’ work. · Ability to work with groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways. · Strong time management skills and the ability to handle a high volume of work.