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Clinical Instructor

Company:
Harvard University
Location:
Cambridge, MA
Posted:
May 21, 2024
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Description:

Requisition Number

65956BR

Business Title

Clinical Instructor, Transactional Law

School/Unit

Harvard Law School

Job Summary

The Transactional Law Clinics (“TLC”) provides community-oriented legal representation to transactional clients, including entrepreneurs, small businesses, social enterprises, non-profit organizations, community groups, and individuals and companies in the entertainment industry and creative fields. The Clinical Instructor (“CI”) is responsible for working with the Director and other staff members to operate TLC. The CI will guide students who are representing clients on a broad range of civil matters, including general business, corporate, community economic development, non-profit, entertainment, and other transactional legal areas. Depending on the applicant, the CI may also be responsible for supervising students in two Student Practice Organizations (“SPOs”) that operate under TLC – the Recording Artists Project (“RAP”) and the Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project (“HLEP”).

Position Description

As Clinical Instructor, you will:

Teach, mentor, supervise, evaluate and structure the practice work of law school students and represent clients of TLC and SPOs;

Participate in the classroom component of TLC and be involved in assisting with curriculum development;

Assist in the marketing and community outreach efforts of TLC and the SPOs by supporting the clinic’s endeavors to develop and nurture relationships with various client communities, organizations, and client populations;

Participate in office wide projects such as administration and in the clinic’s program as a laboratory for innovation in practice and clinical legal education;

Assist, as needed, in helping to guide the SPOs with various internal and external related matters, as requested by the Director; and

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a J.D. at least 3 years ago, have at least 3 years of relevant experience, and be admitted to the Massachusetts bar or eligible for temporary admission pursuant to Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:

Experience with formal mentoring and supervision of law students, beginning attorneys, emerging and start-up companies, or other professionals.

Experience practicing as an attorney in one or more of TLC’s legal practice areas (corporate/business, non-profit, community development, entertainment, and IP), with entertainment law experience a particular plus.

Ability to manage clients and independently oversee a substantial case load.

Effective oral and written communication, organizational skills, time management, case management and documentation skills.

Capacity to work as a team member in a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Motivation, initiative and ability to work creatively within broad program goals.

Motivation to learn and achieve superior professional practice and mentoring skills.

Additional Information

This is a three-year term appointment with potential for renewal subject to funding and departmental need.

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

While the position is based on site in Cambridge, MA, this role has the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement (some combination of on site and remote), subject to business need and manager review/approval. An on campus presence is needed during the academic year. All remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT, VA, and WA).

About Us

Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website ( to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.

Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.

Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.

Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.

Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

Faculty & Student Services

Job Code

167058 Clinical Lawyer

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit

Salary Grade

058

Department

Transactional Law Clinics

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity, License/Cert.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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