What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truman Summer Law Clerk, UMKC School of Law - Adjunct position at UMKC?
Hiring Department
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law
Job Description
The UMKC School of Law Tenant Assistance Initiative plans intends to hire up to three Truman Summer Clerks to work with Truman Fellows and Truman Attorneys to provide legal representation to tenants facing eviction. Summer clerks will assist with client intake, negotiation with opposing counsel or pro se landlords, and under supervision may make court appearances on behalf of clients of the initiative.
This is a two-month, full-time summer clerkship. Start date between June 1 and June 15. Because employment is short-term, the clerkships are not eligible for benefits.
The Fellowships and the Summer Clerkships are named for Harry S. Truman, 33 rd President of the United States, who attended Kansas City School of Law and served for a time as the presiding judge in Jackson County, Missouri.
Qualifications
- Students must be eligible for Missouri Supreme Court Rule 13 certification (JD students who have completed at least 46 credits and are in good standing at the School of Law).
- Prior clinical experience, externship experience, strong lawyering skills, and a commitment to public service are helpful, but not essential.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $4500 / month.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Application Materials
For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu / jobs , click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 54906 ) . Please upload all application materials (application form, personal letter of interest and applicable experience with accompanying curriculum vitae and a current list of references) .
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
For optimal consideration, applications should be submitted before April 1, 2025 . Applications will be accepted and reviewed thereafter on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Brian Larios bdlarioslegal@gmail.com or Associate Dean Jeffrey Thomas thomasje@umkc.edu .
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https : / / www.umsystem.edu / totalrewards / benefits .
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
Salary : $4,500
