Part-time Attorney

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Part-time Attorney
Students and faculty in the clinic represent non-citizens in their applications for asylum, withholding of removal, and relief under the Convention Against Torture before the federal immigration agencies and courts. In addition, the clinic undertakes policy work including educational presentations and advocacy activities on behalf of applicants for asylum. The Clinical Fellow will have the opportunity to pursue other professional goals, including doctrinal teaching and scholarship, during the Fellowship. Fellows are responsible for case coverage throughout the year. This position is a part-time (20 hours/week) contractual appointment for up to three years. Will have the option of maintaining a private practice outside of the Drake Legal Clinic in addition to the fellowship position. Duties will include serving as the attorney of record for clients and supervising and guiding law students who are assigned to cases, teaching the weekly clinic seminar, assisting in outreach and advocacy efforts of the clinic, and appearing on behalf of clinic clients before the federal immigration agencies. Must possess a JD and be members of the Iowa Bar (currently licensed in Iowa or eligible for admission). Should have excellent oral and written communication skills; at least two years of experience as a practicing lawyer primarily in immigration, including both defensive and affirmative work; a strong academic record and/or other indicia of high performance ability; and a commitment to work for low income and immigrant clients.

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