Students' Attorney
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Normal, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Students Attorney
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Title: Students Attorney
Department: Dean of Students
Campus Location: Normal IL
Job Summary
The Students Attorney provides legal consultation guidance and referrals on issues affecting students including lease reviews landlord-tenant matters criminal and traffic law and civil or family law. The position supervises a paralegal and student interns and serves as a liaison to support constructive communication between students and local property managers. The Students Attorney also participates as a member of the Dean of Students Office Critical Incident Response Team.
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$95000 - $110000 annually
University Benefit Highlights
- Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life 1. Professional degree in Law from an accredited law school. 1. Experience using case management systems virtual consultation platforms and digital record-keeping tools. Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30 pm with occasional nights/weekends required Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: 7/1/2026 Cover Letter Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position. Dr. Donald Reed This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence. If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: Qualifications
2. Admission to the Illinois Bar.
3. Knowledge of trial practice criminal law landlord/tenant law consumer law civil procedure and traffic law.
4. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to professional legal ethics confidentiality standards and attorney-client privilege.Preferred Qualifications
2. Mediation certification
3. Experience working with college students young adults or in a legal aid/public interest setting.Work Hours
Functional Expectations
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basisProposed Starting Date
Required Applicant Documents
Resume/C.V.
Reference list (please provide a minimum of three professional references)Special Instructions for Applicants
Contact Information for Applicants
Important Information for Applicants
Department
Dean of StudentsThe Students Attorney provides legal consultation guidance and referrals on issues affecting students including lease reviews landlord-tenant matters criminal and traffic law and civil or family law. The position supervises a paralegal and student interns and serves as a liaison to support constructive communication between students and local property managers. The Students Attorney also participates as a member of the Dean of Students Office Critical Incident Response Team.
Current Opportunities
Department
Dean of StudentsThe Students Attorney provides legal consultation guidance and referrals on issues affecting students including lease reviews landlord-tenant matters criminal and traffic law and civil or family law. The position supervises a paralegal and student interns and serves as a liaison to support constructive communication between students and local property managers. The Students Attorney also participates as a member of the Dean of Students Office Critical Incident Response Team.
Required Experience:
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