Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?
Yes

Hours of Work
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number
TSU203762

Official TSU Title
Supervising Attorney

Grant Title
yes

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Under the direction of the Legal Services Director, the Supervising Attorney leads the Fort Bend County Project, overseeing legal representation in civil matters, primarily related to property preservation, landlord-tenant and estate planning, juvenile justice and a limited amount of family law matters from intake to litigation. This role includes direct supervision of staff attorneys, law students, and legal support personnel, ensuring high-quality, client-centered legal services. The Supervising Attorney also contributes to strategic planning, compliance, and outreach efforts to advance the mission of the Earl Carl Institute.

This is a Grant Funded position.

Essential Duties Summary

Provides oversight and supervision of attorneys and legal interns handling property preservation cases including foreclosure, probate and estate planning cases.

Manages caseloads and ensures timely, effective legal representation from intake through litigation.

Develops and implements training programs for staff and students on relevant legal topics and procedures.

Serves as lead counsel in complex or high-impact cases and may appear in court throughout Texas.

Collaborates with the Legal Services Director to develop strategic goals for the Opal Mitchell Lee

Ensures compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.

Oversees case management system usage and data integrity.

Leads community outreach and educational initiatives related to property preservation and estate planning.

Maintains current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and case law.

Conducts legal research, drafts pleadings, and supervises document preparation.

Manage staff in administrative matters (i.e. onboarding, leave, etc.)

Fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and client-centered work environment.

Performs administrative duties and other tasks as assigned by leadership.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range
$69,333.15-$88,399.77

Education

Required:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association ( ABA ) accredited law school.( Preference will be givento candidates with experience in general civil legal practice and substantive law in the areas describedabove)

Required Licensing/Certification

Required:
Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Real Estate and Probate law preferred.
Ability to work with a diverse multi-cultural population of clients, students and staff.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

Exercises critical thinking.
Performs duties within scope of general University policies, procedures and objectives.
Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments.
Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result.
Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices.
Planning activities.
Legal research and writing.
Analyzing documents.
Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures and practices.
Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

Supervise and mentor attorneys and students.
Manage high caseloads and meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Use legal software such as Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, and Txdoc.

Work Experience

Preferred:
Prior experience as lead attorney in all or some combination of these types of cases.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Routine office environment.
Sitting or standing in one location much of the time.
Some stooping, lifting or carrying objects light weight may be required

Desired start date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school? (Preference will be given to candidates with experience in wills and probate, family law, and property law.)
- Yes
- No
* Do you have prior experience as lead attorney in all or some combination of these types of cases?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a license to practice law in Texas?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

Other Document
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3

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