Certified Legal Advocate, Help Center, College of Law

Job Details

Job Title: Certified Legal Advocate, Help Center, College of Law
Posting Start Date: 5/1/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Job Overview

Assist in the continued development of the limited representation program and help represent clients under the supervision of a Help Center attorney.

Essential Functions

• Provide limited same-day legal representation to tenants in eviction court under the supervision of a Help Center attorney.
• Draft written pleadings, prepare for hearings and otherwise resolve eviction related issues.
• 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.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Registration for the July 2026 Ohio Bar Examination.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Legal Intern Certificate as provided by Rule II of the Ohio Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio.

Required Experience

• At least one (1) semester of externship and/or volunteer experience working with tenants in need of eviction representation

Additional Qualifications Considered

• 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 Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. UC Benefits Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC 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 Plans
As 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 Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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