Law Fellow
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Legal
Posted on April 27, 2024
Hiring Department
General Counsel Office
Job Description
Assigned a diverse range of research and projects related to labor and employment, litigation, contracts, research, intellectual property, tax and non-profit law, higher education law, privacy, compliance, healthcare, business transactions, construction, real estate, international programs, general business transactions and other areas as assigned by the General Counsel or his designee.
- Has awareness of internal/external legal challenges
- Performs research on a wide range of legal topics
- Provides research and project support for legal team
- Researches and analyzes routine legal problems/matters
- Uses analytical thought to assist in the research of legal matters
- Impacts the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team
- Assists legal team with document and litigation research support
- Develops working relationships with legal team and may work with external parties, as needed
- Draft and review contracts, agreements, court documents, and other legal documents
- Assist in internal investigations under the direction and supervision of OGC Counsel
- Conduct legal research on federal and state laws and prepare legal memoranda
- Assist in development of policies for compliance with state and federal law as well as University policies and regulations
- Assist and participate in court hearings, mediations, and depositions.
- Assist in advising University personnel on compliance and legal matters
- Perform other duties as required
- Completes work that is guided by legal/law matters and functional policies
- None
- Requires sound conceptual and practical legal knowledge
Monday - Friday, 8a-5p, with some weekends and evenings as needed
Minimum Qualifications
A Juris Doctor from MU or UMKC obtained within the last year
Anticipated Hiring Range
Hiring Salary: $70,000 per year
Grade: GGS-010
University Title: Law Fellow
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Application Materials
Cover letter, resume, application, Law School Transcript, and Writing Sample
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
