Santa Clara University
Clinical Professor & Legal Director, NCIP
Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
* Oversee all aspects of NCIP’s legal team, including all legal staff, research assistants and volunteers and all case work throughout the state* Oversee and in many cases conduct all aspects of post-conviction investigation and litigation, including but not limited to:
+ negotiating with district attorneys and attorneys general
+ drafting state and federal habeas petitions and motions to vacate as well as other legal pleadings, and
+ conducting evidentiary hearings and oral arguments throughout the state and federal courts in California* Provide day-to-day supervision of staff attorneys and case manager/intake attorney, including case work and student supervision* Maintain a limited docket of cases being investigated and/or litigated, as appropriate for the leadership role* Keep abreast of relevant legal and scientific developments, and ensure that legal staff also is updated on important developments* Work with Associate Director and Executive Director on budgeting and budget monitoring for the legal team* Coordinate/respond to requests for legal assistance from other attorneys on post-conviction innocence claims* Recruit, coordinate, oversee and supervise work of pro bono attorneys and law firms* Work with civil rights attorneys to seek compensation for those wrongfully convicted and to advance innocence claims as civil rights violations* Develop relationships with attorneys nationwide working on innocence issues and collaborate with them on issues of particular importance* Identify, coordinate, oversee and draft amicus efforts in cases raising issues related to innocence work, in state and federal courts* Develop NCIP curriculum and teach Beginning NCIP clinical class, twice weekly, for fall and spring semesters* Oversee Advanced NCIP students throughout the year* Oversee the training, supervision and counseling of clinical law students in all aspects of their clinic work, including editing of written work, weekly meetings for case development, and all hearing preparation, including witness preparation and legal research, and certified law student court appearances* Advance student job opportunities by arranging for students to work with pro bono law firms* Advise students on job opportunities* Provide student recommendation to potential employers* Conduct local, statewide and national presentations for professional and community groups regarding NCIP’s work and legal issues presented by NCIP’s case work* Work with NCIP’s Policy Liaison to consult with policy makers regarding policy reforms, including the presentation of hearing testimony, comments on and participation in the drafting of legislation, and consulting on other policy initiatives* Participate in and consult on state and national print, radio, television and internet media coverage* Participate in public education and fundraising events as a spokesperson for NCIP* Work with Executive Director and Associate Director to determine organizational goals, develop strategies for initiatives, and increase overall sustainability* Develop alliances and partnerships with other entities engaged in issues surrounding wrongful conviction and exoneration of the innocent* Participate in the ongoing fundraising efforts of NCIP, including the annual Justice For All Gala and meetings with donors and potential donors* Present on legal team work at NCIP Board meetings* Contribute to the development of collateral including but not limited to press releases, annual reports, newsletters, email announcements, and fundraising appeals* Ability to develop and implement investigative plans for cases* Ability to identify, locate, and review materials needed to evaluate a case as to suitability for post-conviction litigation* Ability to draft compelling complex legal pleadings to be filed before all levels of state and federal courts* Ability to work effectively with professional groups, criminalists, experts, judges, law enforcement entities, advocates and other criminal justice practitioners* Experience with in-depth legal analysis and effective advocacy* Knowledge of U.S. criminal justice system and leading criminal justice reform areas* Demonstrated potential for successful teaching and student supervision, including previous experience in a clinical legal setting, the direct supervision and mentoring of junior attorneys, or similar experience* Superior writing, editing, and verbal skills* Sound judgment and exceptional ethical standards* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of internal and external constituents* Ability to work independently with minimal direction and accept and integrate direction and guidance* Approachable and collaborative personal style, works well with others in diverse, multicultural coalitions and workplace* Willing to travel to conduct case investigation, make court appearances around the state, and visit California prisons to interview clients and witnesses* Demonstrates strong active listening skills and ability to negotiate positive outcomes* Possesses a positive attitude, sense of humor and flexibility* Strong organizational skills, including a well-developed attention to detail and follow-through* Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects at a time, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment* Flexible and creative problem-solver, possessing strong critical thinking skills* Flexible work hours, ability to work some evenings and weekends* Appreciation for the mission of Santa Clara University and demonstrated commitment to NCIP’s mission, values and goals* Respectful of all people regardless of socioeconomic background, race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender or gender identity* Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution and member of the California bar in good standing or willing to sit for the next California bar exam* At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of criminal law and/or criminal appellate and/or post-conviction work* At least two years of legal teaching experience, particularly in a seminar, clinical, skills development setting* Experience in mentoring students and lawyers* Ability to speak Spanish a plus* Familiarity with Clio case management platform a plusSanta Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for ***benefit eligible employees*** with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. 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+ negotiating with district attorneys and attorneys general
+ drafting state and federal habeas petitions and motions to vacate as well as other legal pleadings, and
+ conducting evidentiary hearings and oral arguments throughout the state and federal courts in California* Provide day-to-day supervision of staff attorneys and case manager/intake attorney, including case work and student supervision* Maintain a limited docket of cases being investigated and/or litigated, as appropriate for the leadership role* Keep abreast of relevant legal and scientific developments, and ensure that legal staff also is updated on important developments* Work with Associate Director and Executive Director on budgeting and budget monitoring for the legal team* Coordinate/respond to requests for legal assistance from other attorneys on post-conviction innocence claims* Recruit, coordinate, oversee and supervise work of pro bono attorneys and law firms* Work with civil rights attorneys to seek compensation for those wrongfully convicted and to advance innocence claims as civil rights violations* Develop relationships with attorneys nationwide working on innocence issues and collaborate with them on issues of particular importance* Identify, coordinate, oversee and draft amicus efforts in cases raising issues related to innocence work, in state and federal courts* Develop NCIP curriculum and teach Beginning NCIP clinical class, twice weekly, for fall and spring semesters* Oversee Advanced NCIP students throughout the year* Oversee the training, supervision and counseling of clinical law students in all aspects of their clinic work, including editing of written work, weekly meetings for case development, and all hearing preparation, including witness preparation and legal research, and certified law student court appearances* Advance student job opportunities by arranging for students to work with pro bono law firms* Advise students on job opportunities* Provide student recommendation to potential employers* Conduct local, statewide and national presentations for professional and community groups regarding NCIP’s work and legal issues presented by NCIP’s case work* Work with NCIP’s Policy Liaison to consult with policy makers regarding policy reforms, including the presentation of hearing testimony, comments on and participation in the drafting of legislation, and consulting on other policy initiatives* Participate in and consult on state and national print, radio, television and internet media coverage* Participate in public education and fundraising events as a spokesperson for NCIP* Work with Executive Director and Associate Director to determine organizational goals, develop strategies for initiatives, and increase overall sustainability* Develop alliances and partnerships with other entities engaged in issues surrounding wrongful conviction and exoneration of the innocent* Participate in the ongoing fundraising efforts of NCIP, including the annual Justice For All Gala and meetings with donors and potential donors* Present on legal team work at NCIP Board meetings* Contribute to the development of collateral including but not limited to press releases, annual reports, newsletters, email announcements, and fundraising appeals* Ability to develop and implement investigative plans for cases* Ability to identify, locate, and review materials needed to evaluate a case as to suitability for post-conviction litigation* Ability to draft compelling complex legal pleadings to be filed before all levels of state and federal courts* Ability to work effectively with professional groups, criminalists, experts, judges, law enforcement entities, advocates and other criminal justice practitioners* Experience with in-depth legal analysis and effective advocacy* Knowledge of U.S. criminal justice system and leading criminal justice reform areas* Demonstrated potential for successful teaching and student supervision, including previous experience in a clinical legal setting, the direct supervision and mentoring of junior attorneys, or similar experience* Superior writing, editing, and verbal skills* Sound judgment and exceptional ethical standards* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of internal and external constituents* Ability to work independently with minimal direction and accept and integrate direction and guidance* Approachable and collaborative personal style, works well with others in diverse, multicultural coalitions and workplace* Willing to travel to conduct case investigation, make court appearances around the state, and visit California prisons to interview clients and witnesses* Demonstrates strong active listening skills and ability to negotiate positive outcomes* Possesses a positive attitude, sense of humor and flexibility* Strong organizational skills, including a well-developed attention to detail and follow-through* Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects at a time, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment* Flexible and creative problem-solver, possessing strong critical thinking skills* Flexible work hours, ability to work some evenings and weekends* Appreciation for the mission of Santa Clara University and demonstrated commitment to NCIP’s mission, values and goals* Respectful of all people regardless of socioeconomic background, race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender or gender identity* Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution and member of the California bar in good standing or willing to sit for the next California bar exam* At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of criminal law and/or criminal appellate and/or post-conviction work* At least two years of legal teaching experience, particularly in a seminar, clinical, skills development setting* Experience in mentoring students and lawyers* Ability to speak Spanish a plus* Familiarity with Clio case management platform a plusSanta Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for ***benefit eligible employees*** with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our
for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr