Help Center Attorney, College of Law Help Center

University of Cincinnati

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactorsNext Lives at the University of CincinnatiFounded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.Job OverviewThe Hamilton County Clerk of Courts Help Center is a collaboration between the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts and the University of Cincinnati College of Law. The Help Center provides self-represented litigants with information and limited legal advice to help them better advocate for themselves in the court system. The Help Center, with the assistance of many partners, is now able to expand to provide limited legal representation in court to citizens facing eviction proceedings in Hamilton County Municipal Court.The Help Center is looking to hire an attorney for a fellowship program focused on eviction prevention and same-day limited legal representation of tenants. The chosen fellow will gain hands-on experience in legal advocacy, collaborate closely with attorneys, and build networks of community resources to support clients. The fellowship includes robust training, mentorship, and professional development, offering powerful public service experience and insight into systemic justice work. The initial employment contract will last a period of twenty-four months and may be extended upon the agreement of the parties, subject to available funding.This is a new position created to help manage and implement an expansion of the Help Center's program to bring same-day limited legal representation to Hamilton County tenants facing eviction. The chosen fellow will assist in development of the limited representation program; help represent clients directly; and supervise law students representing clients and volunteers working with the limited representation program.A successful candidate for this fellowship will be a motivated self-starter who is able to think on their feet and work with a varying client group. The chosen fellow will spend a significant portion of their time advocating for tenants in court and should possess strong trial advocacy and negotiation skills.Essential Functions
  • Provide limited same-day legal representation to tenants in eviction court.
  • Provide consultations to Help Center visitors to help them understand the law/court processes, draft written pleadings, prepare for hearings and otherwise resolve eviction related issues.
  • Supervise and educate law students and volunteer attorneys providing limited representation in eviction court.
  • Assist with outcome tracking.
  • Draft and improve model pleadings.
  • Prepare self-help materials to assist self-represented litigants understand the law, court processes and litigate their cases.
  • Work to identify solutions to address systemic issues faced by self-represented litigants.
  • Help to recruit, train, and supervise student interns and attorney volunteers.
  • May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
  • Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required EducationJuris DoctorateRequired Trainings/CertificationsActive license to practice law in Ohio, or currently eligible for permanent admission to Ohio without examination.Additional Qualifications Considered
  • Experience with eviction litigation, small claims, and various municipal civil matters.
  • Experience with foreclosure defense, civil protection orders, and/or state court appeals matters.
  • Experience and/or demonstrated skill development in trial advocacy and negotiation.
  • A demonstratable commitment to serving underserved and vulnerable individuals.
  • Experience building community partnerships.
  • Foreign language abilities.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and BenefitsUC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( ) Highlights include:Comprehensive Tuition RemissionUC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.Robust Retirement PlansAs a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.Real Work-Life BalanceUC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:Vacation and sick time11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parentsAdditional Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page atUC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at .Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.REQ: 99688SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHEHelp Center Attorney, College of Law Help CenterDate: Aug 8, 2025Location:Cincinnati, OH, USFacility: Main Campus

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