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Hiring Announcement: Tulane University Law School

Tulane University Law School invites applications from entry-level and early tenure track lateral candidates for one or more tenure-track faculty positions. We welcome applications from candidates with teaching and research interests in all topics, but we are particularly interested in candidates who focus on commercial law, torts, civil/comparative law, race and the law, environmental law, constitutional law, and tax law. Candidates who are not participating in the AALS faculty recruitment process should apply through Interfolio, at https://apply.interfolio.com/127945. Please direct any questions about this position to hiring chair Adam Feibelman at [email protected].

To learn more about the law school, visit our website at https://law.tulane.edu/. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s strategic initiatives.

University of Iowa College of Law Seeks Visitors

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The University of Iowa College of Law is seeking strong legal scholars to teach in Iowa City during the Fall 2025 and/or Spring 2026 semesters.

Qualified applicants should be current law school professors at other institutions who have a J.D., a record of scholarly production, and a record of strong teaching in law school classes. Visiting professors will teach two courses that enrich the College's curriculum and participate in the College’s vibrant faculty workshops. Applicants should be able to teach in person in Iowa City for the duration of the Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 semester. Duties include developing and delivering course material (including class syllabi with learning outcomes) for semester-long courses, holding weekly office hours, preparing formative and final assessments, grading in accordance with College of Law grading guidelines, and complying with all College and University policies and procedures.

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and CV to Jill Soppe at [email protected]. For more information, please contact Professor Diane Dick, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. miliary, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

 In addition to abiding by the UI Nondiscrimination Statement the College of Law further prohibits discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, and military status. The College of Law affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunity without discrimination or segregation on the same bases.

University of St. Thomas Law (Minneapolis) Seeks Faculty

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The University of St. Thomas School of Law (Minneapolis) invites applications for a full-time, tenured or tenure-track faculty position in the Lawyering Skills department, beginning in fall 2025.

A Lawyering Skills professor typically teaches two sections of Lawyering Skills I (three credits) in the fall and two sections of Lawyering Skills II (2 credits) in the spring, for a total of approximately forty students each semester. Each Lawyering Skills professor also teaches an additional course (ordinarily in the spring semester) at least once every other year. Recent examples of such courses include Comparative Constitutional Law; (In)famous American Criminal Trials; Privacy Law; Election Law; and Serving Clients Well. Second-year students take Lawyering Skills III (2 credits), which focuses on appellate advocacy and is taught by adjunct professors supervised by the Director of Lawyering Skills.

The School of Law’s commitments to scholarship, teaching, service, and community are inspired by our distinctive mission. As a Catholic law school, we are dedicated “to integrating faith and reason in the search for truth through a focus on morality and social justice.” We seek candidates, of all faiths and beliefs, who can contribute to this mission.

The mission also commits the School of Law to the inherent dignity of all people; to equal opportunity policies and practices; and to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming of all people. We actively seek to attract, retain, and develop faculty from all backgrounds to enhance our learning community and offer our students varied perspectives.

 

Hiring Announcement: Villanova University, Charles Widger School of Law

From a recent email message:

The Villanova Law Library welcomes applications for the position of Head of Emerging Law Practice Technology and Instructor. This newly designed position provides the opportunity to engage in thoughtful, strategic adoption and implementation of existing and emerging law practice technologies in the educational environment, including curriculum-wide deployment; design and teach courses on law practice technology; and serve in an advisory role throughout the academic year to the students who organize the annual Moot Court competition, including drafting the competition problem.

Villanova University's beautiful suburban campus is located 20 minutes by train from downtown Philadelphia. Our requirements are flexible, and we welcome you to consider joining our collaborative team of eight information professionals who enjoy working together to provide the best possible experiences for our students and faculty.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. It is our goal to fill this position in time for the successful candidate to join us at the conclusion of the spring semester. The job posting with the full description and application instructions is set forth here: https://jobs.villanova.edu/postings/31005

Hiring Announcement: University of Mississippi School of Law

From a recent email message:

The University of Mississippi School of Law invites applications and nominations for at least one tenure-track professor, visiting professor, or professor of the practice, to begin in the 2025-2026 academic year. Appointments, whether tenure-track, visiting, or of the practice, will be at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full depending on experience.  The candidate’s primary teaching interests must include one or both of Wills & Estates (Trusts & Estates) and Family Law. 

Qualifications
A candidate must have a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school and a commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. All applicants should have a distinguished academic background, and either great promise or a record of excellence in both scholarship and teaching.

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references through the University of Mississippi's employment site at careers.olemiss.edu. The position will be open until filled or an adequate applicant pool is reached. Questions and direct applications are welcome, and should be directed to Professor Martin Edwards, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at [email protected].

The Law School and Oxford
As an outstanding public law school, the University of Mississippi School of Law leads, excels, and inspires by preparing students for the practice of law in a changing global marketplace, expanding the horizons of legal knowledge through scholarly research, and serving diverse communities in the state, region, nation, and world. Please visit law.olemiss.edu for more information about the Law School.

Oxford, Mississippi is touted as the "Cultural Mecca of the South" because musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford's rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is also known for its awarding-winning restaurants, its walkable, historic square, and Ole Miss athletics. It's a great place to live or visit and has been named by USA Today as one of the top six college towns in the nation. It is included in The Best 100 Small Towns in America.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington and Lee Law Seeks Visiting Faculty

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Washington & Lee University School of Law invites applications and nominations for visiting faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year. We are seeking two to three visiting professors and will consider possibilities for either one semester or full academic year visits.

We are especially seeking candidates with expertise in teaching Tax Law, Professional Responsibility, and Corporate Law, along with other possibilities.

Qualifications

All applicants should have a J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school as well as demonstrated skill and experience in teaching. The position is a temporary, non-tenure track appointment.

Washington and Lee University School of Law promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in teaching and for vigorous scholarship. We welcome applications from candidates who would contribute to the University’s mission and Strategic Plan.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three professional references to https://wlu.app.box.com/f/af1daac392244824bd180ede7ab4ba79. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Michelle Drumbl, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, at [email protected].

Hiring Announcement: Wayne State University Law School (Assistant Professor of Teaching)

From a recent email message:

 

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Teaching. We encourage applications from candidates who will enhance the diversity of our faculty and whose scholarship engages with questions of social justice.

 

The Assistant Professor (Teaching) would serve as an instructor primarily in courses in the Health Law concentration within our Master of Studies in Law program, taught online to mid-career professionals, and potentially also in the Minor in Law and B.A. in Law, taught to undergraduates. Other teaching opportunities may arise in the regular Law School curriculum as needed. This is a renewable contract position.

 

Applicants must hold a JD from an accredited American law school and have practice experience in healthcare law. Prior teaching experience is also a plus. 

 

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities and prepares students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups. WSU is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Candidates should send a cover letter, CV, writing sample, list of references and any other relevant materials to Professor Justin Long, Teaching Faculty Committee Chair, at [email protected].

 

 

Hiring Announcement: Wayne State University Law School (Legal Research and Writing)

From a recent email message:

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Teaching) in our Legal Research and Writing (LRW) Program.  The position entails teaching first-year Legal Research and Writing and possibly upper-level legal writing classes such as Appellate Advocacy and Legal Drafting. Applicants must have a J.D. degree and a strong academic record. Ideal candidates should have demonstrated excellence in legal writing; one year of court clerkship, practice experience, and/or experience teaching legal writing; and a passion for teaching future legal advocates. 

 

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities and prepares students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups. WSU is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Candidates should send a cover letter, CV, and any other relevant materials to Professor Justin Long, LRW Committee Chair, at [email protected].

 

Hiring Announcement: University of Oregon School of Law (Domestic Violence Clinic Director)

From a recent email message:

The University of Oregon School of Law, in beautiful Eugene, Oregon, invites applications for Domestic Violence Clinic Director. When fully staffed, the Domestic Violence Clinic consists of three attorneys (the Clinic Director, a staff attorney and a post-graduate fellow), one legal assistant, and one advocate. All of the positions are funded through a combination of federal grants and state funding. The Clinic offers clinical classes to law students who want experience in representing low-income survivors of domestic violence in restraining orders and family law matters. There are two tracks: (1) the Domestic Violence Protective Order Clinic, where students focus on restraining order matters; and (2) the Domestic Violence Civil Clinic, where students focus on civil legal actions, with an emphasis on family law (divorce, child custody and parenting time, support, paternity), and may also work on cases involving public benefits, housing, employment, unemployment compensation, consumer credit, and related criminal matters. The Director and Staff Attorney provide direct services to clients year-round.  The Clinic also houses Student Survivor Legal Services. This program provides legal services to students at the University of Oregon and other higher education institutions in Lane County. 

In addition to teaching one or both of the clinic tracks, the Clinic Director will be responsible for managing the day-to-day functioning of the Clinic, administering the grants funding the Clinic, and applying for continuing funding for the Clinic to ensure the Clinic’s long-term sustainability. In addition, the Director will work with the law school administration to continue to develop the academic programming and services offered by the Clinic.

The Domestic Violence Clinic Director will supervise the employees of the Clinic and will report to the dean of the School of Law. The Director position will be a 12-month, funding contingent, career non-tenure-track assistant clinical professor position.

More information about this position is available here:

• https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535059/dv-clinic-director

Applications may be submitted using the above link. Applications will be reviewed starting March 14, 2025. If you have questions, please contact Laurie Hauber, Director of Experiential Education, at  [email protected], or Mohsen Manesh, Associate Dean for Faculty Research & Programs, at [email protected].

Hiring Announcement: University of Oregon School of Law (Director of Student Academic Support)

From a recent email message:

The University of Oregon School of Law, in beautiful Eugene, Oregon, invites applications for a newly created position, Director of Student Academic Support. The Director will serve as an integral part of Oregon Law’s dedicated student academic support program with an emphasis on working with students to successfully transition into and succeed academically in their law-school classes. The position is focused on teaching credit-bearing courses including the possibility of a section of a required doctrinal course and/or LRW, lead non-credit-bearing workshops, and provide individualized academic support and advising to law students. In addition, the Director of Student Academic Support will be responsible for maintaining a current understanding of requirements, trends, and best practices in professional legal instruction, serving as a pedagogical resource for law school faculty, and helping to continuing to evaluate and continuously improve Oregon Law’s student academic support efforts.

The Director of Student Academic Support is a 1.0 FTE, 12-month, fixed-term, career non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer that reports to the Law School Dean through the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.  

More information about this position is available here:

• https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535069/director-of-student-academic-support

Applications may be submitted using the above link. Applications will be reviewed starting March 14, 2025. If you have questions, please contact Mohsen Manesh, Associate Dean for Faculty Research & Programs, at [email protected].

California Western School of Law seeks Associate Professor of Law for Legal Skills courses

California Western School of Law (CWSL) is seeking applications for a full-time Associate Professor of Law position with an emphasis on teaching Legal Skills courses, beginning in Fall 2025. This is a tenure-track appointment. Responsibilities include teaching Legal Skills I (objective analysis, writing, and research), and Legal Skills II (persuasive writing and oral advocacy). There may be opportunities to teach additional courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.

Applicants must have strong academic credentials, a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or foreign equivalent, proficiency in legal writing and research, and a record of scholarship. Law practice experience, which may include judicial clerkships, is preferred. Applicants with experience teaching and/or working with students are also preferred.

Established in 1924, CWSL is a non-profit law school located in downtown San Diego, California.  CWSL is ABA accredited and a member of AALS. We have the distinction of being San Diego’s oldest law school and are committed to preparing students to be practice-ready lawyers. CWSL is the recipient of numerous community service awards. We are also home to numerous outstanding programs, including the California Innocence and Justice Clinic, Community Law Project, Trademark Clinic and the New Media Rights Program. Members of the faculty have national and international reputations for their scholarly contributions.

The annual base salary is $130,000.00.

Please apply directly to our Career Center or use the link found on our website at CWSL.edu/employers_community/. Application materials must include cover letter, CV, research agenda, and scholarly writing sample. Materials must be uploaded to your online application. The deadline for applications is March 28, 2025. The position will commence on or about August 1, 2025.

Hiring Announcement: Drexel University Kline Law Seeks Faculty for JD and BA Programs

Drexel University Kline Law in Philadelphia seeks both tenure track, and non-tenure track faculty, as set out below.  The law school was founded in 2006, and has quickly been recognized for its successes, rising over 50 places in US News to its current rank of #75.  The law school is home to a JD program, multiple LLM and MLS programs, and a BA in Law program. Drexel University, a large private R1 research university, is situated in Philadelphia’s renowned University City, a robust campus community and the academic epicenter of the entire region.

Applications are encouraged from people of color, individuals with disabilities, people of all sexual and gender identities, and anyone whose background, experience or viewpoint will contribute to the diversity of the faculty. We strongly encourage candidates to apply soon because we hope to move quickly to fill the positions. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled, with a target start date of July 1, 2025.

Assistant Teaching Professor, Visiting Assistant Professor, or Post-Doctoral Fellow in Law (Undergraduate)

The Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law invites applications for 1-2 non-tenure track/teaching faculty positions in the Undergraduate Law program which launched in 2021. The Kline School of Law Undergraduate program is one of just a handful of U.S. law school to offer a bachelor’s degree. We seek innovative, accomplished teachers committed to the success of our highly diverse and deeply engaged student body.

The program provides students with rigorous, multidisciplinary foundations in legal rules along with critical, experiential, and law & society-informed perspectives on the way law shapes individuals, society, government, technology, and industry. Building on Drexel’s nationally-known co-operative education program, Undergrad Law integrates experiential learning opportunities into academic courses: from visits to courthouses and law firms to introducing students to practical aspects of legal work such as client interviewing and trauma-informed practice.

Hiring Announcement: Case Western Reserve University School of Law

From a recent email message:

The School of Law at Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a lawyering skills Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning July 1, 2025 to teach in our Legal Writing, Leadership, Experiential Education, Advocacy, and Professionalism (“LLEAP”) program. This is for a two-year appointment with the possibility of reappointment for a third year. This is a full-time position on a nine-month contract. 

Position: Visiting Assistant Professor of Law

Starting Date: July 1, 2025

Qualifications: A J.D. degree and at least two years of post-law school law practice or teaching experience are required. Candidates’ experiences must demonstrate the potential for excellence in legal writing and other practical lawyering skills. 

Teaching Load and Responsibilities: The visitor will teach one section (28-34 students) of our required first-year LLEAP course. Key responsibilities include one-on-one student interaction, drafting and grading multiple student writing projects each semester, and devising and coordinating simulation exercises. In addition, this faculty member will be part of, and must integrate curriculum with, the LLEAP faculty. 

Term and Renewal: This is for a two-year appointment with the possibility of reappointment for a third year. 

Application Procedure: Applicants should submit the following:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter indicating interest and areas of teaching expertise
• A list of three references
• Summaries of recent teaching evaluations, if available

Applications should be submitted electronically through the university’s Interfolio portal at http://apply.interfolio.com/163558

Application Deadline: March 15, 2025.

LLEAP is a required three-semester component (9 credits) of the JD curriculum. In the first year, students learn research, analysis, objective and persuasive writing, and contract drafting. They also engage in four experiential modules taught by adjunct professors who are practicing attorneys. Students learn and practice client interviewing, client counseling, negotiation, and oral argument skills in these modules. LLEAP 3 transforms the classroom into a law firm where students research, write, advise, negotiate, and advocate on a proceeding from start to finish in a transactional, litigation, or appellate setting. The LLEAP program has a director and shared core assignments, but faculty members each develop their own teaching materials and lessons. In 2024, Bloomberg Law recognized LLEAP in its Law School Innovation Program for its innovative approach to teaching students critical lawyering skills. Further information about the law school is available at http://law.case.edu.

Hiring Announcement: Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law

From a recent email message:

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law is hiring one full-time faculty member to teach in its Legal Writing Program beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year. The position is a continuing non-tenure track position, offers a competitive salary, and may lead to successive long-term contracts of five years.

Legal writing faculty are responsible for teaching two sections per semester.  Our year-long 1L legal writing course focuses on analysis and objective writing in the fall and persuasive writing in the spring.  In our 2L legal writing course, students choose to participate in the litigation or transactional track.  The litigation track focuses on appellate brief writing and the transactional track enables students to develop skills to allow them to represent clients who want to accomplish a goal other than winning a dispute in court.  In addition to teaching, Villanova Law legal writing faculty provide service to the Law School, University, profession, and community and are a vital part of the Villanova Law community.  They also have partial voting rights and serve on law school committees and in leadership positions.  Legal writing faculty are not required to engage in scholarship, but those who do receive support. The new hire will teach the 1L legal writing course and may teach the 2L transactional legal writing course, if needed. 

Interested applicants must send a cover letter, current and complete curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy to the following email: [email protected]

Hiring Announcement: Michigan State University College of Law

From a recent email message:

Michigan State University College of Law invites applications for the new position of Assistant Dean for Professionalism, Leadership, and Bar Success. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to enhance professionalism, leadership development, and bar exam success among law students. This position is a key leadership role within the College of Law and will require close collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners to develop and implement strategic programs that support student success.

The Assistant Dean will oversee programs that promote professional identity formation, leadership skills, and bar passage preparation. Responsibilities include designing and managing curricular and co-curricular initiatives, engaging with students to provide tailored support, and assessing the effectiveness of bar preparation efforts. The role also involves building relationships with alumni, bar organizations, and legal professionals to enhance student mentorship and career readiness.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of legal education, bar exam requirements, and student support strategies. Experience in academic success, bar readiness, or student professional development is preferred. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership ability, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Application materials, including a cover letter, resume, and references, should be submitted through the Michigan State University careers portal here:  https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/assistant-dean-managers-east-lansing-michigan-united-states-04f43546-bf25-4084-882f-4892847f6f6a  

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Hiring Announcement: Duquesne University, Thomas R. Kline School of Law

From a recent email message:

Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University invites applications for the position of Associate Director and Assistant Professor of Clinical Legal Education to begin July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be appointed as a 12-month, renewable, 405(c), non-tenure-track faculty member. The Associate Director’s primary responsibility will be to design, teach and serve as a supervising attorney for an IOLTA qualified clinic and to assist the Director of Clinical Legal Education in the daily operations and programmatic development for the Tribone Center for Clinical Legal Education. This includes assisting with oversight of the clinical program as well as coordinating within internal and external partners to enhance the clinical program.

An IOLTA qualified clinic is one that provide services for civil legal needs of low-income individuals. The clinic must provide direct legal services for actions where there is no right to counsel nor can they be fee generating. We welcome applications from candidates across all areas of law that could teach an IOLTA qualified clinic. Examples of IOLTA qualified clinics include: Elder Law Clinic; Wills and Healthcare Decisions Clinic; Immigration Clinic; Landlord/Tenant Clinic; Health Law Clinic; Disability Rights Clinic; Unemployment Law Clinic; and, Employment/Labor Law Clinic. Currently, we do not have a need for a Family Law Clinic or Education Law Clinic.

Apply through Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/162895

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Duquesne University uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter/letter of intent, resume, and contact information for three professional references.  The letter of intent should include the type of clinical course they are interested in offering as well as comments on ability to teach in flexible environments, including online, hybrid, and in-person classroom settings. Duquesne University is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse faculty that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic mission and enriches our campus community. As a charter member of the Ohio, Western PA and West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), we encourage applicants from members of underrepresented groups, and support dual-career couples.

Founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Its Mission Statement commits the University to “serving God by serving students through commitment to excellence in liberal and professional education, through a profound concern for moral and spiritual values, through the maintenance of an ecumenical atmosphere open to diversity, and through service to the Church, the community, the nation and the world. Applicants for this position should describe how they might support and contribute to the mission.  Motivated by its Catholic and Spiritan identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.

Hiring Announcement: Gonzaga University School of Law

From a recent email message:

GONZAGA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, in Spokane, WA seeks applicants for up to four full-time Visiting Assistant Professors. This position is a 9-month, terminal visiting position beginning in August 2025 with the potential to renew for one or more additional years (contingent upon need and funding). It is ideal for aspiring law professors who plan to apply to tenure-track law school positions in the future. Visiting Assistant Professors will teach about six credits per semester, and our curricular needs include first-year courses, such as Contracts, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Legal Research & Writing I and II, and Lawyering Skills; upper-level required courses, such as Business Associations, Professional Responsibility, and Legal Research & Writing III; and elective courses such as Secured Transactions, Health Law, Wills & Trusts, Antitrust, and Family Law.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Touro Law Seeks Legal Process Faculty

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The Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking applicants for an appointment to its Legal Process (Legal Research and Writing) faculty starting in August 2025. Legal Process is a six-credit first-year course. Students receive three credits in the fall semester and three credits in the spring semester. In addition to the standard focus on predictive writing in the fall and persuasive writing in the spring, students are introduced to client interviewing. They are also introduced to client counseling and/or negotiation. Applicants are expected to be willing and capable of teaching in-person and remotely and familiar with best practices in both modalities.

After two successive one-year contracts, Legal Process professors can apply for presumptively renewable three-year contracts. Following a successful three-year contract Legal Process professors with a record of scholarly publications and/or substantial service outside of the law school, may apply for renewable five-year contracts. Legal Process is a directorless program; professors enjoy the same level of autonomy as the doctrinal faculty as well as the same access to travel, scholarship, and other professional development funds. Legal Process professors are involved in all aspects of law school life including chairing and serving on major committees and serving as advisors to student organizations. Legal Process professors attend faculty meetings and vote on all matters other than tenure, promotion, and retention.

Pace Law School Seeks Laterals - Private Law Especially Needed

For expedited consideration, please apply by Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the latest.

Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Faculty Hiring Announcement

Tenured Lateral/Tenure Track Professors

The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, located just outside of New York City in White Plains, New York, expects to hire one or more full-time tenure-track or tenured law professors to join our faculty beginning in the 2025-26 academic year. We have a particular need in all private law areas but will consider candidates with any fields of scholarly and teaching interests.  We seek candidates with valuable professional and/or scholarly experience, a distinguished academic record, and a record of, or great potential for, exemplary teaching and scholarly achievement.  We welcome applications from both entry-level and lateral candidates.  This/these position (s) will be appointed at either Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate(s).  

Part of Pace University, a private university with campuses in Manhattan and Westchester County, the Elisabeth Haub School of Law is centrally located within the New York metropolitan area.  Haub Law is home to the New York State Judicial Institute, seven clinics, an extensive externship program, and an engaged faculty, making the school a central part of the New York State and New York City legal communities. Haub Law is also home to the nation’s #1 ranked environmental law program as well as top-ranked dispute resolution and trial advocacy programs.

Haub Law is committed to achieving equal opportunity in all aspects of University life, increasing the diversity of the campus community, and creating a more just, equitable, and inclusive institution.  Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to a climate of inclusivity, are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. 

The application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, and list of at least three references.

Requirements

We seek candidates with valuable professional and/or scholarly experience, a distinguished academic record, and a record of, or great potential for, exemplary teaching and scholarly achievement. JD required.

See the full ad and submit your application here.

 

 

Hiring Announcement: Case Western Reserve University School of Law

From a recent email message:

The School of Law at Case Western Reserve University invites applications for a two-year visiting assistant professor position, with the possibility of renewal for a third year, beginning July 1, 2025.

Qualifications: A JD degree is required and experience in law school teaching is preferred. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: Torts; Criminal Law; Law, Legislation, and Regulation; Civil Procedure; Constitutional Law; Evidence; Sales; Family Law; Elder Law; Criminal Law; Professional Responsibility; FDA Law; Health Law; and Bioethics. The School of Law’s strongest needs are in Law, Legislation, and Regulation, Property, and Evidence.

Teaching Load: The visitor will teach 2 courses per academic year which may vary based on the School’s curricular needs.

Term and Renewal: This position is for a two-year term, with the possibility of renewal for a third year, subject to the needs of the School and the candidate's performance.

Note: This is not a look-see appointment; it is intended for a visiting faculty member to contribute significantly to the School's teaching mission during the appointment period.

Iowa Law Seeks Lateral Faculty

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The University of Iowa College of Law anticipates hiring lateral faculty members in the areas of Family Law and Business Law.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply, candidates should submit a letter of interest, CV, a list of three references, and a law school transcript through Jobs@UIOWA, https://jobs.uiowa.edu, refer to Requisition #75522.

Consistent with the mission and responsibilities of a top-tier public research university, we are interested in candidates who are recognized scholars and teachers and who will participate actively in the intellectual life of the College of Law.  In addition, we desire candidates with a demonstrated ability to maintain effective and respectful working relationships with the campus community to uphold a standard of cultural competency and respect for differences. We also desire candidates who would bring significant new scholarly strengths to the College of Law. Candidates who can contribute to these goals are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.