UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI SCHOOL OF LAW is hiring a Director for its Family Violence Clinic.

The University of Missouri School of Law is seeking dynamic, qualified applicants for the position of Director of the Family Violence Clinic. 

The Director will teach law students the theory and practice of family law, supervise research and scholarship, engage with students in applied leadership in advancing justice, and engage in community outreach related to the clinic’s mission. The Director is also responsible for the day-to-day running of the Clinic, including fundraising and supervision of clinic staff.  

The Director will have the title of Associate Clinical Professor of Law or Clinical Professor of Law. The position is a non-tenured, clinical track position. The Director must possess a J.D. from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice law in Missouri or be able to obtain such admission. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience as a practicing attorney or judicial clerk. 

The University of Missouri-Columbia is the flagship campus of the University of Missouri system and is one of only 33 public universities in the country belonging to the Association of American Universities, a group of elite research universities. As both a research and land grant university, we have extraordinary opportunities for interdisciplinary interaction. In addition, Columbia is a wonderful college town halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City that is regularly ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country.  

Application Procedure: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and references for job ID 47720 at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings. Inquiries should be directed to Associate Dean Sandra Sperino at sandra.sperino@missouri.edu or 573-882-1799.  

Additional information about the School of Law is available at www.law.missouri.edu. The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity/ADA institution. The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of an inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278. 

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS CECIL C. HUMPHREYS SCHOOL OF LAW is hiring an Assistant Professor of Law for a new in-house clinic.

The University of Memphis School of Lawinvites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Law who will be responsible for designing, directing, and teaching a new in-house clinic.  We welcome enthusiastic candidates with relevant practice experience, outstanding academic and professional accomplishments, passion for teaching and supervising law students, demonstrated interest in legal scholarship, and dedication to experiential education, collaboration, and community. 

Memphis Law’s clinics place students in the lead role of providing direct legal services under close faculty supervision.  Our existing in-house clinics—the Medical-Legal Partnership Clinic, Neighborhood Preservation Clinic, Expungement and Restoration of Rights Clinic, and Mediation Clinic—seize on innovation and community partnerships to train students to assist individuals, organizations, and neighborhoods throughout our city.  A successful candidate will present a creative vision for a new clinic that will enhance our delivery of experiential education, build upon our existing curriculum, and position students to deliver high-quality legal assistance.  Rather than inviting proposals for a clinic with a predetermined subject matter focus or delivery model, we welcome proposals in areas suggested by the applicant that will maximize educational opportunities for students and that demonstrate potential for strong community collaboration.

Please submit applications via University of Memphis WorkForum: https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/37210.  To express your interest, please submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and 1-2 page description of the clinic you hope to teach.  The screening of applications will begin promptly and will continue until the position is filled.  Please direct any questions to Professor Danny Schaffzin, Director of Experiential Learning and co-chair of the Faculty Recruitment Committee, at danny.s@memphis.edu. 

Memphis Law has a strong institutional commitment to the diversity of its faculty and is interested in receiving expressions of interest from all persons, including those who will add to its diversity.  The University of Memphis is an EEO/AA employer.

STANFORD LAW SCHOOL is hiring an Associate Director of Operations/Senior Paralegal Manager for the Mills Legal Clinic.

Exempt, Full Time, On-Site

Stanford Law School seeks a full-time Associate Director of Operations/Senior Paralegal Manager to support the work of the clinics within the Mills Legal Clinic (MLC). The mission of all of the clinics within MLC is to provide law students with the practical experience of working with real clients and communities on real cases under the supervision of clinical faculty while offering superb pro bono representation to underserved individuals, communities and nonprofit organizations.

PURPOSE

The Associate Director of Operations/Senior Paralegal Manager will serve as a manager of numerous paralegal and legal assistant functions within the MLC, a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. The Associate Director of Operations will serve as primary supervisor of the Mills Legal Clinic’s Legal Administrative Associate. The Associate Director will also serve as primary supervisor for paralegal work on complex legal filings within the MLC, overseeing the work of our paralegal team in both litigation (state and federal courts and agencies) and non-litigation (transactional) settings. The Associate Director will be the lead supervisor for clinic onboarding and preparation for three clinical teaching quarters (the Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters), providing structure, coordination, and task management guidance to our paralegal teams as they prepare for the teaching and service functions of the clinic in advance of each quarter. The Associate Director will be responsible for the clinic calendar, coordinating all clinic events over the course of an academic year, from the orientation and welcome receptions for each quarter to the clinic information sessions for prospective students. The Associate Director will also manage the registration process for clinics. The Associate Director reports to the Director of Operations and works closely with the Associate Dean for Clinical Education, clinical faculty directors, and with the SLS administrative and operational leadership. In the absence of the Director of Operations, may be deputized to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Clinic, as well as organize and lead staff meetings, community building events, and retreats.

CORE DUTIES:

• Independently implement, administer and evaluate day-to-day activities of the MLC clinical administrative pods and MLC operations, by identifying and executing tasks and objectives, making recommendations that impact policies and programs, and assigning resources to achieve the goals of the MLC.

• Supervise experienced paralegals and their teams on complex filings, accuracy, and compliance with court rules and procedures. Direct staff on onboarding the MLC students each quarter. Supervise and assign the tasks and responsibilities of the Mills Legal Clinic’s Legal Administrative Assistant, including creating or revising the policies and protocols governing the Clinic’s receptionist/front desk operations, client intake/referral process, and handling of incoming legal correspondence.

• Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function. For example, this position will manage the annual clinic student registration process, including generating reports of enrollment status that will help determine future clinical offerings.

• Analyze and interpret policies; develop, revise and implement operational procedures MLC staff. For example, conduct needs assessments to develop training modules and new procedures for paralegal and legal assistant teams.

• Represent the program or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the MLC and across Stanford Law School. Commit resources and provide information and/or training. May also represent the program or function to external/internal stakeholders and constituencies. You will be responsible for overseeing and administering the MLC Practical Training of Law Students process in direct communication and accordance with the State Bar of California to ensure student certifications.

• Organize and/or participate in outreach activities that may include developing communications and training, planning/promoting events and/or conferences. This involves student-events for enrollment, orientation, welcome receptions and community building outreach. You will also prepare student-facing recruitment and informational materials, supervise outside web-system design vendors, and cross-team collaboration across SLS. Create training modules (e.g., Microsoft for paralegals, Editing and Proofreading Techniques, E-filing System Tutorials) to train paralegal and legal assistant teams on administrative and legal support skills.

• Approve expenditures and financial transactions for the MLC by verifying purchasing card and expenses. Act as Clinic petty cash custodian and monitor disbursement of petty cash funds in support of Clinic’s litigation needs – including transcript requests, court filing fees, procurements of case records, etc. Act as a backup, in the Directors absence, in approving financial transactions for 11 clinical programs.

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with SLS administrative and operational teams; participate in Stanford administrative committees including the Stanford Administrative Champions and SLS Process Improvement teams.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in administrative and financial management, or combination of education and relevant experience. Paralegal experience strongly preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills including conflict resolution. Passionate about fostering an inclusive working environment and motivating others.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

• Excellent written and communication skills

• Strong negotiation and effective interpersonal skills.

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong expertise in computer applications and databases.

• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.

• Proven ability to independently exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, take initiative, and be flexible and professional at all times

• Ability to work well with Stanford colleagues, Mills Legal Clinic clients and with external organizations.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with the values and methodologies of public interest law practice or with other nonprofit mission strongly preferred

• Exposure to indigent legal services strongly preferred

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in hiring and retaining staff

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May work extended hours during peak business cycles.

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

• Frequently sitting.

• Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.

• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat.

BENEFITS

Stanford University offers a full range of benefits including medical, life, vision and dental insurance options. View Stanford’s full staff benefit offerings here https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards/my-offerings/faculty-staff

Why Stanford is for YOU? Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and the ability to audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. (When we can return to campus)

• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

HOW TO APPLY

Does your experience differ, but you know that you could do an outstanding job in this role? We want to hear from you!

Applicants must:

Submit a resume and cover letter via the Cardinal Careers website: https://apptrkr.com/4409422

Applications should be submitted as soon as possible and will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled with an anticipated start date in late August.

The expected pay range for this position is $64,480 to $120,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

*Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

*Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF LAW seeks to hire two entry-level or lateral faculty members in the area of Clinical Legal Education.

The University of South Carolina School of Law is deeply committed to an inclusive community. We are particularly interested in candidates who will enrich the diversity of our faculty and welcome applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, veterans, and others whose backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints would contribute to the diversity of our institution.

Candidates should have a Juris Doctor or equivalent degree. Additionally, a successful applicant should have a record of excellence in academia or in practice, the potential to be an outstanding teacher, and demonstrable scholarly promise.

Interested persons should apply as follows:

1.      Go to: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/search

2.      Enter the posting number for the position for which you are applying, as follows, or click the applicable link below:        

3.      Click the link for the position and complete the application.

Although a formal application is required in order to be considered, candidates are welcome to contact the hiring committee with any questions regarding the application process at hiring@law.sc.edu.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS is hiring a Dean of the School of Law.

The University of St. Thomas School of Law is seeking a Dean eager to capitalize on a pivotal moment in the Law School’s short but extraordinary history, and ready to guide it through the next stage of its emergence as a national leader in values-driven, whole-person-centered legal education and in scholarly and societal impact. In the two decades since its opening in 2001, the School of Law has outpaced all expectations, validating the hopes embedded in its mission: “The University of St. Thomas School of Law, as a Catholic law school, is dedicated to integrating faith and reason in the search for truth through a focus on morality and social justice.”

That mission commits the School of Law to providing rigorous engagement on matters of faith and values in the pursuit of excellence in legal education and scholarship. The school has a unique culture, fostered by its place within a Catholic university, that respects and embraces the contributions of various faiths and value systems and that nurtures respectful and rigorous exchanges of differing views and opinions on the most pressing and divisive contemporary legal and social issues. Its mission is reflected in the School of Law’s commitment to seven values: professional formation, Catholic foundation, service, scholarship, innovation, community, and relationships.

Guided by its mission and culture, the School of Law has achieved objective metrics of excellence across the key aspects of legal education, including:

• Scholarly/academic impact: #23 in Leiter-Sisk Study (2021) and #21 in Heald-Sichelman study (2019)

• #1, #2, or #3 in the nation in practical training every year since 2014 (National Jurist)

• Top 10 nearly every year for Student Quality of Life (Princeton Review 2008 - 2021)

• #4 in judicial clerkships (National Jurist 2020) and #5 for best state and local clerkships (Princeton Review 2023)

• 90% of 2022 graduates employed in full-time, long-term jobs for which bar passage is required or where having a J.D. provides a significant advantage

A more complete list is available on the leadership profile https://apptrkr.com/4401014.

The School of Law draws support from its home within the University of St. Thomas, Minnesota’s largest private university and one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities, with 9,000+ students and eight schools and colleges. The University, like the School of Law, is poised to reach new heights, having made a historic leap in 2021 from the NCAA’s Division III directly to Division I is expected to catapult the University to expanded enrollment, fundraising, and national visibility.

The School of Law seeks a Dean energized by the opportunity to steward a vibrant, engaged community to its next stage of growth. The new Dean must be committed to the school’s unique faith-based culture and prepared to build on the school’s areas of excellence. To succeed, the Dean will need to cultivate relationships with alumni, philanthropic partners, and external stakeholders. The Dean therefore must have either a proven fundraising track record or demonstrated ability in fundraising and must show a desire to engage individuals, organizations, and corporations in a meaningful conversation around shared values and philanthropic impact. The Dean must also have a strong vision for building on the school’s strengths to meet the challenges from the technological and social changes affecting the legal profession. Candidates must, at a minimum, hold a J.D. degree and have an outstanding record of accomplishment in the legal academy, the practice of law, or the judiciary, demonstrating a level of intellectual leadership warranting appointment at the rank of Professor of Law.

WittKieffer is assisting the University of St. Thomas in this search. Review of applicant materials has begun; for fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by September 30, 2023 and submitted using WittKieffer’s https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/login.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Werner Boel, LL.M. and Ashlee Winters Musserm  StThomasLawDean@wittkieffer.com

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equality for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA JAMES E. ROGERS COLLEGE OF LAW is hiring a full time Professor of Practice to direct its Natural Resource Use & Management Clinic.

Job Summary

The Professor of Practice/Director will lead the Natural Resource Use & Management (NRUM) Clinic, which provides law and graduate students with practical experience at the intersection of law, policy, and science governing western natural resources and issues faced by natural resource users. The NRUM Clinic addresses matters pertaining to water, air, endangered species, public lands, climate change, tribal lands and resources, and the many natural resource challenges that exist in Arizona and the American West. The Director will guide the Clinic and its students to forge collaborative solutions to sustainable natural resource use that considers impacts to rural communicates, economies, and ecosystems. As the leader of a law clinic for a public university, the Director will support the Clinic’s work for the public interest and goal of representing clients that do not otherwise have access to legal representation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach, supervise, direct, and mentor law and graduate students enrolled in the Natural Resource Law Clinic, as well as coordinate experiential opportunities and field visits related to local natural resource issues.
• Supervise the Assistant Director, Water Projects and students working on these issues, integrate this work into broader Clinic matters, and assist with reporting requirements and consultation as necessary.
• Develop and manage Clinic client relationships and projects and inform the Clinic's long-term strategic goals.
• Supervise and delegate Clinic work to a Clinic Law Fellow.
• Manage relationships and work with external stakeholders and partners to determine the Clinic's service priorities and matters, including, where appropriate, with the University's Natural Resource Users Law & Policy Center and Cooperative Extension personnel on campus and in offices throughout the state.
• Manage the budget and work with internal and external entities to financially support the Clinic’s work.

Please apply here and direct any questions to Professor Kirsten Engel, kengel@arizona.edu. 

HARVARD LAW SCHOOL is hiring a Clinical Instructor for its Cyberlaw Clinic.

Job Summary

The Clinical Instructor (CI) will bring a passion for social justice and a strong interest in technology to  the Cyberlaw Clinic. They will work with the Faculty Director and other team members on activities related both to client representation and clinical teaching of HLS students. The CI will be responsible for supervising, mentoring, and teaching students enrolled in the clinic as they represent clients in a variety of challenging matters, drawn from the CI’s area of expertise and the Clinic’s existing areas of practice. These include digital civil liberties; privacy and security; new media and online speech; government innovation; intellectual property; tech and human rights; and online safety. 

Position Description

As a Clinical Instructor, you will: 

• Develop, alongside the Faculty Director and other Clinic staff, the Clinic’s roster of clients and projects, relying both on the expertise and network you bring to the role as well as the Clinic’s current and past representations and relationships. 
   
• Oversee students in their counselling of clients to ensure professional, high-quality representation, potentially including, depending on the project, such tasks as drafting of contracts, licenses and other transactional documents; preparation of amicus briefs, comments and other filings; and support for policy advocacy efforts. 
   
• Meet regularly with students to direct and supervise their work, build mentoring relationships, observe them in client interactions, review their written and other work product, and provide regular and detailed feedback on their projects and performance.  
   
• Deliver instruction in basic legal skills and practice, and assist in developing and updating the training curriculum, syllabus, and other instructional materials for students. 
   
• Help supervise administrative aspects of the program. 

Basic Qualifications

J.D. at least 3 years ago, 3 or more years of relevant experience, and admission to the Massachusetts bar or eligible for temporary admission pursuant to Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04.  

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have: 

• a passion to work with students and to develop the field of technology and social justice;  
• experience with or deep interest in technology and the public interest, including the areas of digital civil liberties, privacy and security, media and online speech, government innovation, intellectual property, tech and human rights; or online safety; 
• enthusiasm for working with mission-driven startups and social entrepreneurs, facing the full array of legal challenges that all small business face, in the context of public interest technology development; 
• an ability to thrive in a collaborative, dynamic, team-based work environment, with many opportunities to develop new areas of expertise and work on a variety of technology law and policy issues; 
• ​​​​​​​direct supervision and mentorship experience of junior attorneys or professionals; and 
• strong interpersonal skills, a proven capacity to work as a team member, sound judgment, and an entrepreneurial attitude. 

Working Conditions

This position is based primarily on campus with the opportunity for remote work based on business needs and manager approval.   

Additional Information

This is a term appointment expected to extend through June 30, 2024, subject to departmental funding and need.   

Candidates with practice experience with transactional work, licensing, and related areas of specialization are especially encouraged to apply. 

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. 
 
All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources. 
 
Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive. 

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF LAW-FAYETTEVILLE is hiring a tenure-track assistant or associate professor for an economic development, transactions, business, or entrepreneurship clinic.

The University of Arkansas School of Law is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking applicants for a tenure-track or tenured clinical position starting in the 2024-2025 academic year with a focus on economic development, transactions, business, or entrepreneurship. Lateral applicants are encouraged to apply. Clinical professors are expected to teach 8 students each semester. Our clinical faculty have reduced scholarship requirements but full parity in voting, salary, research support and travel.

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. The ideal candidate will have at least three (3) years of practice experience in the clinic subject. At least one (1) year of clinical teaching experience is preferred but not required. Must be a licensed attorney and be eligible to become a member of the Arkansas Bar or willing to sit for the Arkansas Bar.

We look for innovative faculty with a preference for both practice and teaching experience. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to service to legal education and to the wider community as well as a desire to engage in the intellectual life of the University. The University of Arkansas School of Law is dedicated to the aims of diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.

The University of Arkansas-Fayetteville, located in the northwest corner of the state, is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked the city of Fayetteville as one of the “top five” places to live in America. The region is welcoming, forward-thinking, and full of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race/color, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Questions and expressions of interest should be directed to Professor Annie Smith, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at abs006@uark.edu.

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF LAW-FAYETTEVILLE is hiring a tenure-track assistant or associate professor for a criminal practice clinic.

The University of Arkansas School of Law is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking applicants for a tenure-track or tenured clinical position starting in the 2024-2025 academic year with a focus on criminal practice. Lateral applicants are encouraged to apply. Clinical professors are expected to teach 8 students each semester. Our clinical faculty have reduced scholarship requirements but full parity in voting, salary, research support and travel.

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. The ideal candidate will have at least three (3) years of practice experience in the clinic subject. At least one (1) year of clinical teaching experience is preferred but not required. Must be a licensed attorney and be eligible to become a member of the Arkansas Bar or willing to sit for the Arkansas Bar.

We look for innovative faculty with a preference for both practice and teaching experience. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to service to legal education and to the wider community as well as a desire to engage in the intellectual life of the University. The University of Arkansas School of Law is dedicated to the aims of diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.

The University of Arkansas-Fayetteville, located in the northwest corner of the state, is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked the city of Fayetteville as one of the “top five” places to live in America. The region is welcoming, forward-thinking, and full of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race/color, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Questions and expressions of interest should be directed to Professor Annie Smith, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at abs006@uark.edu.

BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW is hiring for a Full-time Faculty Position for its Transactional Law Program.

Job Description

Boston University School of Law invites applications from experienced practitioners for a full- time faculty position directing and teaching in the School of Law’s Transactional Law Program (TLP), commencing January 1, 2024. This position is a non-tenure track role that will provide a long-term, renewable contract at the academic rank of Professor of the Practice, in addition to the title of Director of the TLP.

The TLP commenced in the 2011-12 academic year. Since July 2012, the TLP has been directed by a single Director and Professor of the Practice of Law, who will be retiring at the end of 2023. The principal objective of the Program is to teach students key transactional practice lawyering skills that they will need when they graduate and enter legal practice. The Program currently consists principally of two groups of simulation-based courses—a foundational course entitled Contract Drafting and Transaction Simulation courses.

Contract Drafting teaches students basic principles and skills of drafting and analyzing commercial and transaction agreements, with a focus on recognizing, and addressing through contractual provisions, key legal business issues in transactions. The Transaction Simulation courses teach more advanced transactional lawyering skills by simulating a single transaction in which students practice the key legal tasks that attorneys would be required to perform at each stage of the transaction from inception to closing. In the 2022-23 academic year, there were twelve sections of Contract Drafting, including one section exclusively for LLM students, and five Transaction Simulation courses. The instructors for these courses include the TLP Director and Assistant Director, one full-time faculty Senior Lecturer, and ten part-time faculty members comprised of experienced transactional practitioners at varying stages of their careers. In the current academic year, these courses will be taken by approximately 160 students, over 20% of the student body.

The current duties and responsibilities of the Director of the TLP include:

• TLP curriculum development, review and modification, including annual review and updating, of Contract Drafting teaching materials (substantially all of which have been developed by the TLP) for dissemination to the Contract Drafting instructors;
• Teaching in the TLP;
• Recruiting and hiring part-time faculty to teach in the TLP, including to develop and teach new Transaction Simulation courses;
• Providing substantial assistance, comprised of pedagogical, syllabus development and other advice to instructors with respect to both existing and new Transaction Simulation courses;
• Coordinating with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Assistant Director for Academic Affairs, and the Registrar’s Office in annually assembling and publishing the TLP curriculum as part of the School of Law’s overall course offerings;
• Reviewing, revising, and approving information regarding the TLP published for external constituencies, including on the BU Law website;
• Determining, and modifying or waiving as appropriate, the required and elective courses comprising the Transactional Practice Concentration;
• Reviewing student evaluations of TLP courses in connection with annual review/evaluation of TLP instructors, and periodically visiting and assessing TLP classes as part of regular review and evaluation process for part-time faculty;
• Advising students on transactional law career paths, job search strategies, and networking opportunities, in conjunction with the Career Development Office; and
• Assigning responsibilities to, working with, and annually evaluating, the Assistant Director of the TLP in assisting with the above-referenced duties and responsibilities.

Required Skills

The TLP is an important and distinguishing feature of BU Law. The Program has grown substantially over eleven years under the leadership of the existing Director, and the new Director will play a major role in shaping its future direction and development. The search committee is particularly interested in candidates with seven or more years of experience doing sophisticated business transactions, successful teaching experience in law school courses or other experience training or mentoring students or attorneys, and superior organizational and communication skills.

Boston University School of Law is a top-tier law school with an international reputation with a community of leading legal scholars, teachers, students, and alumni who are dedicated to providing one of the finest legal educations in the world. Since our doors opened in 1872, we have admitted and enrolled accomplished students to our program regardless of their race, gender, and religion. The breadth and depth of our curriculum and scholarship as well as our innovative spirit are distinctive in American legal education.

At Boston University School of Law, we are dedicated to building a just, inclusive, and engaged community of faculty, staff, and students. We recognize we have more work to do to achieve this vision. Boston University School of Law is committed not only to the ideals of faculty diversity and inclusion but also to the work of creating and implementing practices that combat exclusion and inequity by race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, religion, and other identities subject to historical subordination. We also strive to foster a more inclusive intellectual culture that represents and encourages a broad range of intellectual traditions and approaches to the law. We welcome expressions of interest from applicants of all identities, intellectual traditions, and perspectives.

To Apply

Applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to Professor David I. Walker, Chair, Transactional Law Program Director Search Committee, at lawappts@bu.edu. While applications will be accepted until a new Director is appointed, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials before August 25, 2023, to ensure full consideration. Do not apply through the BU Careers Website.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.