Description:
About the Job:Deadline to apply is April 5, 2026, with priority deadline of March 22, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The Summer Clinic Supervisor oversees the work of student attorneys representing clients in the active cases of four law school clinics while the law school is on summer break (mid-May to late-August). The Summer Clinic Supervisor must be capable of representing clients in civil matters in state court, in a full-time capacity. The primary responsibility is supervising the work of student attorneys who practice under the state and federal student practice rules, and thus the position is suited for a person interested in working daily with law students. The two clinics for which case supervision is needed are: Child Advocacy-Juvenile Justice and Family Law.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- General Case Supervision – 50%
- Supervise up to four clinic student attorneys in handling cases.
- Ensure case deadlines are known, plan for and met in each case.
- Review case files and help student attorneys maintain accurate and complete case documentation and timekeeping.
- Help student attorneys manage client relationships.
- Review and approve all written communication by student attorneys to clients, opposing counsel and all external parties.
- Work with student attorneys to advise clients in negotiations and engage in negotiations with opposing counsel (or pro se opposing parties).
- Review and approve settlement documents with student attorneys.
- Ensure compliance by student attorneys with ethical rules.
- Work productively with the law clinic administrative staff.
- Supervise two St. Olaf College interns
- Work with and coordinate substantial case decisions with school year supervising attorneys, as appropriate.
Pretrial Practice Document and Case Planning Supervision– 30%
- Review and approve the drafting of pleadings, motions and other documents prepared by student attorneys for filing with the courts.
- Work with the student attorneys to file documents with the court and serve documents on opposing counsel (or pro se opposing parties).
- Develop and supervise discovery in civil cases, when needed.
Court Appearance – 20%
- Appear in court with student attorneys.
- Prepare student attorneys for court appearance.
- Drive student attorneys to court appearances when needed, including in the non-metro area on rare occasion.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Licensed to practice in Minnesota state courts.
- Familiarity with civil practice.
- J.D. with at least 4 years of experience, or a combination of practice experience and law school clinical experience.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with family law, juvenile law, and helpful if familiar with criminal practice.
- Experience or demonstrated interest in working with adult students.
- Experience in a law school clinic.
Pay and Benefits:
Pay Range: $30,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.
- This position will remain open until filled.
- To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
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