5 legal jobs found in Charlottesville, VA

The Position The City of Charlottesville is seeking an experienced, trusted legal advisor to serve as its next City Attorney. The next City Attorney will serve a community that strives to solve community issues with creativity and innovation and needs a strategic legal advisor who can help guide this in a lawful and thoughtful manner. The City Attorney reports to the City Manager, and advises the City Council, City leadership, and boards and commission. The City Attorney leads a talented staff and will be able to build on that talent by hiring a Chief Deputy Attorney to complement the existing team. The position provides functional supervision for legal action involving the City, the interpretation and application of laws and ordinances affecting the City, and the preparation of legal documents and legal opinions for the City of Charlottesville. The City Attorney attends all City Council meetings, provides legal advice and appropriate information when necessary, and...

R0066650 Director of Research, Education Rights Institute, School of Law The Education Rights Institute (ERI) at the University of Virginia School of Law seeks a dynamic and collaborative Director of Research. This is a new position that will work under the direction of and closely with the Institute’s director, Professor Kimberly Jenkins Robinson. Launched in 2023 , the ERI aims to expand the opportunity for every student in the United States to enjoy a right to a high-quality education that empowers them to be college and career ready and engaged civic participants. ERI accomplishes this goal by advancing the following strategic priorities: Producing scholarship and commentary that engages public debate and support for legislation or litigation guaranteeing a federal right to a high-quality education; Producing reports videos and webinars that help school districts understand their obligations to comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and engaging with...

R0066681 Research, Law and Policy Associate, Education Rights Institute, School of Law The Education Rights Institute (ERI) at the University of Virginia School of Law seeks a Research, Law and Policy Associate. The Research, Law and Policy Associate will work under the direction of the Institute’s Director of Research and will work closely with the Institute’s Director, Professor Kimberly Jenkins Robinson. Launched in 2023 , and led by Professor Kimberly Jenkins Robinson, ERI aims to expand the opportunity for every student in the United States to enjoy a right to a high-quality education that empowers them to be college and career ready and engaged civic participants. ERI accomplishes this goal by advancing the following strategic priorities: Producing scholarship and commentary that engages public debate and support for legislation or litigation guaranteeing a federal right to a high-quality education; Producing reports, videos and webinars that help school...

R0067061 Staff Attorney, Education Rights Institute, School of Law The Education Rights Institute (ERI) at the University of Virginia School of Law seeks a dynamic and collaborative Staff Attorney. This is a new position that will work under the direction of and closely with the Institute’s director, Professor Kimberly Jenkins Robinson. This is a gift funded restricted position contingent on funding and performance. Launched in 2023 , the ERI aims to expand the opportunity for every student in the United States to enjoy a right to a high-quality education that empowers them to be college and career ready and engaged civic participants. ERI accomplishes this goal by advancing the following strategic priorities: Producing scholarship and commentary that engages public debate and support for legislation or litigation guaranteeing a federal right to a high-quality education; Producing reports videos and webinars that help school districts understand their obligations...

 Assistant or Associate Director of Financial Aid, School of Law The University of Virginia School of Law seeks an Assistant or Associate Director of Financial Aid to join the Office of Financial Aid, Education and Planning. Consistently recognized as one of the top law schools in the country, the University of Virginia School of Law takes pride in its commitment to excellence, service, and the in-person experience. The environment at the Law School is active and supportive, with a strong sense of collegiality among students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to excellence and service. The Office of Financial Aid, Education, and Planning comprises a small yet formidable team of three. We are currently seeking to add an Assistant or Associate Director of Financial Aid to our ranks. As a dynamic and close-knit group, we’re committed to delivering exceptional service by equipping students with the financial knowledge and resources necessary to make informed decisions...