Lecturer

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA LEVIN COLLEGE OF LAW welcomes applications from candidates interested in teaching and directing the Heirs’ Property and Estate Planning Clinic (HPEPC). The successful candidate joins a dedicated clinical faculty within the Virgil D. Hawkins Civil Clinics at UF Law and will develop a law clinic to assist clients with clearing title to their homes through probate and to help them create modest estate plans to ensure the smooth transition of property at death. We are looking for a dynamic leader who can guide the students in learning how to resolve heirs’ property issues for clients, which will include learning how to obtain necessary title work to assist our partners and collaborators such as Three Rivers Legal Services, Pro Bono attorneys and legal professionals, prepare estate plans and draft real estate deeds. Students will also participate in community outreach and education, teaching homeowners about the risks and prevention of heirs' property. The director will organize and supervise student volunteers for projects such as assisting clients visiting the probate section of the Self-Help Center at the Alachua County Courthouse. This will be the first Heirs’ Property clinic in Florida and the leader of this clinic will be instrumental in seeking additional grant funding to expand services around the state. Initially, the clinic will have limited ability to serve residents outside Alachua County. The clinic director will build relationships and collaborations in the heirs’ property community and work closely with the faculty and staff at the Center for Governmental Responsibility through its Heirs’ Property and Community Preservation Initiative.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, disability, and veteran status in all aspects of employment.

Juris Doctor (JD) and at least 3 years practice or prior teaching experience.

Juris Doctor (J.D.) and at least 3 years practice or prior teaching experience.   

Successful candidates will be licensed to practice law and have excellent legal skills, a commitment to excellence in clinical teaching, and enthusiasm for creating an inclusive environment for all students. Application materials should include a cover letter, a resume with at least three references, and a proposal for developing the clinic based on the candidate's interests and expertise. Materials may be uploaded at http://jobs.ufl.edu.