U. Alabama seeks director for Elder Law Clinic

The University of Alabama School of Law is seeking applicants for the full-time faculty position of Director of the Elder Law Clinic. The appointment is under the Law School’s long-term contract-track and will commence in the summer of 2008. The Director will oversee and/or conduct all phases of legal advocacy for elder clinic clients, teach and supervise law clinic students, manage other clinic staff, and teach other courses in the law school’s curriculum, as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school, a distinguished academic record, and experience as a clinical teacher or practicing lawyer. Candidates must either be licensed to practice law in Alabama or become licensed no later than one year after accepting the position. Preference will be given to applicants with significant experience in elder or civil legal matters.Applications should include a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references directed to Professor Robert Kuehn, Associate Dean for Skills Programs, The University of Alabama School of Law, Box 870382, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0382. For further information regarding the position, contact (205) 348-0316 or rkuehn@law.ua.edu. For fullest consideration, apply by November 1, 2007. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should be made to Associate Dean for Administration Noah Funderburg, Box 870382, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0382, (205) 348-4508.