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Exoneration Justice Clinic Staff Attorney (Limited term)
Notre Dame, IN
Job Description
University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame () is accepting applications for a Exoneration Justice Clinic Staff Attorney (Limited term).
Applications will be accepted until 03/07/2024.
Established in 2020, the Notre Dame Law School Exoneration Justice Clinic provides law students with real-world lawyering experience representing clients who were wrongfully convicted. The clinic is committed to correcting the miscarriage of justice by investigating, litigating and overturning wrongful convictions.
The Clinic has been awarded a grant to administer a program for the defense of Mexican nationals in criminal matters in the United States ("PDM"). Under the supervision of the Faculty Director of the Exoneration Justice Clinic, the PDM Staff Attorney will provide case oversight, chair intake student committee meetings and assist in development of case strategy. In addition to collaborative work, the Staff Attorney is expected to work autonomously and make decisions independently for the benefit of their client.
Responsibilities of the Staff Attorney include:
- overseeing the investigation of our wrongful conviction cases
- develop case strategies for clients and reassess strategy based on new evidence
- review student drafts of witness affidavits, motions for forensic testing, petitions for post-conviction relief and other court pleadings
- participate in court proceedings and supervise students participating
- participate in Intake Committee student meetings and review written recommendations on whether to accept or reject a case.
This is a 3-yr grant funded limited-term position with a current end date of 12/13/2026.
The Clinic has been awarded a grant to administer a program for the defense of Mexican nationals in criminal matters in the United States ("PDM"). Under the supervision of the Faculty Director of the Exoneration Justice Clinic, the PDM Staff Attorney will provide case oversight, chair intake student committee meetings and assist in development of case strategy. In addition to collaborative work, the Staff Attorney is expected to work autonomously and make decisions independently for the benefit of their client.
Responsibilities of the Staff Attorney include:
- overseeing the investigation of our wrongful conviction cases
- develop case strategies for clients and reassess strategy based on new evidence
- review student drafts of witness affidavits, motions for forensic testing, petitions for post-conviction relief and other court pleadings
- participate in court proceedings and supervise students participating
- participate in Intake Committee student meetings and review written recommendations on whether to accept or reject a case.
This is a 3-yr grant funded limited-term position with a current end date of 12/13/2026.
Minimum Qualifications:
J.D. required with 3-4 experience
Licensed attorney with minimum 3 years experience.
Licensed in Indiana, or willingness to become licensed in Indiana.
Excellent communicator
Licensed attorney with minimum 3 years experience.
Licensed in Indiana, or willingness to become licensed in Indiana.
Excellent communicator
Preferred Qualifications:
Prefer experience with working on wrongful conviction cases/innocence cases
Spanish fluency preferred
Spanish fluency preferred
ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at to Job # . For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit . The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3 to 4 years
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