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St. John’s University School of Law invites applications for the position of Director of the new Community Economic Development Clinic, a full-time clinical professor position. The Clinic will provide legal advice and representation to existing and start-up small businesses in Queens County, New York. Such representation may include, among other things: (1) assistance with the selection of an appropriate type of business entity (including preparation of articles of incorporation, by-laws, LLC operating and management agreements, and partnership agreements), the development of a business plan, and the resolution of tax issues; (2) the review and drafting of contracts and commercial leases; (3) advising on licensing and zoning requirements; (4) assisting with audit and other compliance programs; and (5) counseling on land use, property acquisition, operations, financing and employer/employee relations and human resource matters. The position will start as soon as it is filled.
Responsibilities include the initial design and implementation of the clinic, direct student supervision in their representation of clients, preparation of seminar materials and other clinic manuals, seminar teaching, and overall administration of the clinic. Applicants should have at least 5 years experience in business law, real estate transactions, and other related areas. Prior clinical teaching is preferred. Activities such as professional presentations, business community education and service and prior publication(s) on issues pertaining to community economic development are a plus. The clinical professor will be hired as a full-time faculty appointment under the law school’s long-term contract plan and will report directly to Ann L. Goldweber, Director of Clinical Education.
To apply, please mail or e-mail an application to Professor Michael Perino, Chair, Appointments Committee, St. John’s University School of Law, 8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, New York 11439; perinom@stjohns.edu. Applications are now being accepted. St. John’s University School of Law is an equal opportunity employer.
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