Legal Education - Accreditation Counsel

American Bar Association

1 month ago

Chicago, Illinois

Hybrid

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

This role provides legal counsel and expertise to the Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar, focusing on accreditation standards and compliance with US Department of Education regulations. It involves policy guidance, research, and management duties related to law school accreditation processes.

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Qualifications

Juris Doctor

About American Bar Association

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The American Bar Association (ABA) is a nationwide, voluntary professional association of lawyers, judges, and law students that serves as a leading voice for the U.S. legal profession. As a nonprofit, the ABA advances the rule of law and access to justice through advocacy, policy work, model ethics rules and opinions, and pro bono and diversity initiatives. It provides professional development and credentialing—offering continuing legal education, conferences, practice resources and publications (including the ABA Journal)—and oversees accreditation and standards for U.S. legal education. Members rely on the ABA for networking, career services, practice guidance, and leadership on legal reform.