SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY'S COLLEGE OF LAW Law invites applications for the position of Associate Teaching Professor and Director of our Housing Clinic. The Housing Clinic operates in partnership with Legal Services of Central New York and the Legal Aid Society of Mid New York to provide representation to low-income tenants in eviction, housing conditions, and other rental housing-related matters. The Clinic Director supervises law school students in the clinic work who handle all aspects of clients’ cases, including interviewing and counseling, investigation, negotiation, pleading and motion practice, courtroom advocacy, and real estate procedure.

Candidates will be expected to teach in the residential law program and in our online JD interactive program. Candidate’s duties include directing the operation of our Housing Clinic, teaching the Housing Law Seminar, which is scheduled twice a week, supervising students on existing case work, identifying appropriate legal work, and participation with other clinical faculty in the operation of the Office of Clinical Legal Education. In addition to the clinic itself, each clinic director is typically expected to teach one course in their area of expertise. Duties may be adjusted over time by the College of Law as needs evolve. Experience supervising, mentoring and training new attorneys is essential. Experience with landlord-tenant law litigation, eviction defense and matters that enhance housing stability is strongly preferred.

This is a contract faculty position, beginning in the Spring Term of 2025. This position is a three-year contract faculty position eligible for subsequent three- or five-year contract renewals. Rank will be determined based on a candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school. Preferred post-JD experience and credentials include advanced degrees, relevant legal practice, litigation expertise, or similar experience. A demonstrated commitment to excellent classroom teaching is required. Candidates must have the skills and abilities to effectively interact with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2025. The salary range for an Associate Teaching Professor, depending on experience, is $80,000 to $115,000 with benefits.

Interested applicants should apply through sujobopps.com, posting https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/106844 and provide a cover letter, resume/CV, and the names of three references who can assess the candidate’s potential as a legal academic. Syracuse University is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COLLEGE OF LAW is seeking a Director of Field Placement Program for the academic year (2025-2026) for a one-year visiting faculty position to cover the duties of the current Director, Field Placement Programs while they are on a professional development leave.

The Field Placement Program is one of the College of Law’s experiential learning programs and serves approximately 30-40 students each semester and in the summer. Through the Field Placement program, students work in government or non-profit agencies, criminal prosecution or defense offices, state and federal judges’ chambers, and select corporate counsel offices. The program is immersive; students earn between 6 and 14 credits during the academic year and participate in a 2-credit seminar alongside their field work. Candidates may be considered for remote work

The Visiting Professor will oversee all aspects of the Field Placement Program under the guidance of the current Director.  The duties include:

·      Overseeing administrative aspects of the Field Placement Program such as developing programming, marketing, and informational sessions

·      Reviewing and approving potential student-initiated field placement opportunities;

·      Coordinating applications and maintaining relationships with legal service providers that partner with the law school;

·      Counsel students regarding course selection and scheduling together with identifying, applying to, and preparing for field placements;   

·      Coordinating certification of students for student practice;

·      Developing curricular materials, as needed, and providing guidance to full-time and adjunct faculty teaching within the field placement program;

·      Communicating with various offices, including the Registrar, Financial Aid, Dean’s office, faculty curriculum committee, faculty supervisors, and field supervisors;

·      Coordinating other experiential opportunities, such as the Poverty Law Practicum, Poverty Law Intern Program, and the Prosecuting Intern Program; and

·      Potentially teaching one section of the field placement seminar each semester.

Position Qualifications:

Education required:

·      JD

Required Qualifications:

·      Strong understanding of ABA standards relevant to experiential education.

·      Minimum five years of law-related professional experience after law school.

·      Teaching experience in experiential course work and administrative oversight of either clinics or externships.

·      Ability to effectively interact with a population of varying perspectives.

·      Demonstrated ability to lead and/or develop business processes to align with marketplace demands.

·      Experience supporting professional development and mentoring students in  the legal industry. 

Iowa Law – the “Writing Law School” – is a warm and collegial community that offers hands-on opportunities that turn theoretical concepts into actual experience.  The field placement program is one of the keystone experiential learning courses, alongside a storied legal writing program, four well-known journals, and an in-house clinic.  

Iowa City is a UNESCO City of Literature and is the home of the Iowa Writers Workshop and a rich arts community. Enjoy Big Ten athletics at Kinnick Stadium or Carver Hawkeye Arena, Broadway shows at Hancher Auditorium, art at the Stanley Museum, and live music across the community as you immerse yourself in the entertainment options this city has to offer. Iowa City is home to more than 50 parks, nature areas, and open spaces. Nearly 100% of city residents live within half a mile of recreation space, including parks, schoolyards, or nature areas. The county trail system is interconnected with the university and surrounding communities, making it easy and enjoyable to explore by bike. 

To apply, please email CV to Jill Soppe at jill-soppe@uiowa.edu.  For more information, please contact Associate Dean Emily Hughes at emily-hughes@uiowa.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

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. military, 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.

THE BERKELEY LAW Policy Advocacy Clinic (PAC) seeks applications for a Clinical Supervisor. This is a non-tenure track position with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding. This is an in-person position located in Berkeley, California.

Under the supervision of the clinic directors, the Clinical Supervisors’ general responsibilities include training and supervising students to provide technical legal and policy support to PAC’s clients, managing two or more clinic projects per semester independently (i.e., without a co-supervisor), and performing varied administrative and other tasks to assist in clinic operation.

In PAC, interdisciplinary teams of JD and MPP students support high-impact, non-litigation campaigns on behalf of historically marginalized communities to address systemic racial and economic injustice. PAC’s approach is ground-up (informed by impacted people), problem-based (addressing pressing issues) and client-driven (accountable to community organizations). Current clinic projects support campaigns to end criminal and juvenile legal system fees, reimagine restitution, and reduce mass criminalization and police misconduct.

As part of a national campaign, this position will supervise student teams supporting local organizations and coalitions in states outside California working to end racially discriminatory and regressive fees in the criminal legal system. The Clinical Supervisor will lead projects in 2-4 states, mostly in the west.

PAC and the Clinical Program are committed to building an equitable and inclusive staff to teach and work in a multicultural and antiracist learning environment. PAC provides support for Clinical Supervisors to attend conferences and other trainings that advance their professional development goals and interests.

DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Clinic Directors and in collaboration with the current Clinical Supervisors, the Clinical Supervisor will be responsible for:

Clinical Supervision and Advocacy (80%)

• Train and supervise six to eight clinic students per semester
• Manage clinic projects and vet new clinic projects
• Develop and maintain clinic relationships with clients, partners, and other stakeholders
• Travel to offsite meetings to work on client matters, often with students and out of state
• Attend and participate in the weekly clinic seminar and assist in teaching as needed
• Help manage the clinic docket during summers, winter break, and faculty leaves

Administrative Duties (15%)

• Help maintain clinic and project files, course materials, website, and social media feeds
• Organize programmatic events, such as convenings, workshops, and speaker series
• Promote the clinic to prospective students and other constituencies
• Engage in media relations and development, including speaking at public events and with the press
• Participate in professional networking, training, and development activities
• Work with other law school clinical faculty and staff to improve PAC and the clinical program

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Perform other duties as needed to assist in the clinic’s operation or in support of clinic goals

UC Field Work Supervisors are academic appointees in an organized bargaining unit and are exclusively represented by the American Federation of Teachers - Unit 18.

More Information: https://www.law.berkeley.edu/experiential/clinics/policy-advocacy-clinic/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• J.D. degree, M.P.P. degree, M.P.A. degree or equivalent international degree

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• At least three (3) years of post-graduate, professional work experience.

Preferred qualifications

• At least three (3) years of post-graduate degree work experience in criminal, economic, and/or racial justice law or policy practice with JD or international equivalent and bar passage or (5) years of post-graduate degree work experience in criminal, economic, and/or racial justice law or policy practice.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, communication, organizational, and planning skills
• Strong collaboration, mentoring, and facilitation skills
• Experience in clinical teaching and supervision, other University teaching, or as a clinical student
• Ability to manage projects and supervise students independently
• Ability to develop constructive and respectful relationships with community members, policymakers, media, academics, advocates, and activists
• Ability to contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and antiracist workplace, including sensitivity and empathy in interactions with people from different backgrounds
• Sense of humor, positive attitude, and self-awareness

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Additional materials may be required of applicants.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample - A sample of written policy advocacy work no longer than 10 pages.
• Statement on Contributions to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in research, teaching, and service, including information about your record of activities to date, and plans for contributing if hired at UC Berkeley. More Information and guidelines.

Reference requirements

• 2-3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04624

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Position overview

Position title: Clinical Supervisor

Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t15-f.pdf. The starting full-time salary for this position is salary point 19, currently $134,777.

Percent time: 100%

Anticipated start: November 1, 2024

Position duration: Initial one-year term with eligibility for renewal under the union contract.

Application Window

Open date: September 27, 2024

Next review date: Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, Oct 28, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/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, age, or protected veteran status.

Please refer to the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy and the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy.

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location: Berkeley, CA

THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF LAW is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking applicants for an assistant or associate professor for the 2025-2026 academic year to teach the Criminal Practice Clinic. A successful applicant must be willing to teach in person for the designated period. 

The clinical professor will be expected to teach the Criminal Practice Clinic each semester. The responsibilities include supervision of student work, teaching the weekly clinic seminar, and managing the clinic’s docket. At least two years of clinical teaching experience is strongly preferred. Must be a licensed attorney eligible to practice law in the state.

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. 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 School of Law is committed to attracting a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. We welcome applications without regard to age, race/color, gender, 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. 

The position will begin August 2025.

Please apply for this position with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and list of references at  

https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Assistant-Associate-Full-Professor--Open-Rank-_R0061584

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

THE BELMONT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for a full-time faculty position to serve as the Director of Field Placements to begin in Fall of 2025.

In consultation with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the candidate can choose to join the faculty as an Assistant Professor of Law on tenure track or as an Assistant Professor of Legal Practice. The Director of Field Placements will be responsible for supervising and managing students participating in field placements and summer externships at local, regional, and national sites as part of Belmont Law’s Experiential Learning Program. The Director will be responsible for applicable instruction and curriculum development, site partner relationships, as well as management of all other aspects of administering the program in compliance with ABA Standards. This position will be a twelve-month appointment.

The Belmont University College of Law encourages applications from people whose background, life experiences, and scholarly approaches would contribute to the diversity of our faculty, curriculum, and programs. Applicants must possess a J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited U.S. law school and must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, a passion for experiential learning, and a drive to grow the program to new levels.  Belmont is an EOE/AA employer.  Belmont College of Law reserves the right to exercise a preference for those candidates who support the goals and missions of the University.

If interested, please submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to the Chair of the Faculty Recruitment Committee, Associate Dean Deborah Farringer, using the recruitment committee’s email address - lawfaculty.recruitment@belmont.edu.  If you have questions about the position or Belmont University, please contact Associate Dean Farringer at deborah.farringer@belmont.edu.

Belmont University is a private, Christian university focusing on academic excellence and is located in the heart of Nashville, one of the fastest growing and most culturally rich cities in the country.  Belmont is the second largest private university in Tennessee with approximately 9,000 students. Belmont students come from every state, more than 35 countries, and all faiths. The Belmont faculty is dedicated to teaching, service, and active engagement in scholarship.  Ranked 91^st among ABA-Accredited law schools by U.S. News and World Report, Belmont Law’s median LSAT/GPA for the 124 students who entered the law school in August 2023 were 160 and 3.77 (75th percentile: 162 and 3.91; 25th percentile: 157 and 3.56).  Belmont’s ultimate bar passage rate for 2018 and 2019 was 100%, one of only a few law schools in the country to have achieved a perfect pass rate in those years, and Belmont Law had the highest pass rate in the State of Tennessee in July of 2023.

The University of Tennessee College of Law invites applications from scholars, teachers, and practitioners in the field of advocacy and dispute resolution for the position of Director of the Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolution, along with an academic appointment, to commence no later than August 1, 2025.  The full position announcement is available here. 

The Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolution was established with a commitment to providing unparalleled training to law students, offering numerous simulation-based courses and a Concentration in Advocacy & Dispute Resolution. 

The Director of the Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolution will have a 12-month appointment and will report directly to the Dean. The Director will play a critical role in preserving the core components of the Center’s curriculum and programs and in developing and executing an ambitious and innovative vision for the Center’s future.

The selected Director candidate will also have an academic appointment appropriate to the candidate’s qualifications.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a J.D. or equivalent law degree at the time of application and have an impressive record of experience in the areas of advocacy and/or dispute resolution, whether as a lawyer, judge, or law teacher. 

Preferred qualifications include teaching experience; a record of scholarship (which may include law review articles or shorter practitioner-focused pieces); strong connections to the bench and bar; forward-thinking views about the curriculum needed to prepare students for modern litigation and ADR practice; experience leading, collaborating, and building programs; and an appreciation for the public interest career goals of many of our advocacy and dispute resolution students. 

The candidate must also have the qualifications appropriate for one of the following academic appointments:

·  Non-Tenure Track Appointment. Candidates for Teaching Assistant Professor must show promise for excellence in areas of responsibility assigned to them. Candidates for Teaching Associate Professor must have demonstrated excellence in areas of responsibility assigned to them. Candidates for Teaching Professor must have demonstrated a consistent record of excellence in areas of responsibility assigned to them. 

·  Tenure-Track Appointment. Candidates for Assistant Professor should have a demonstrated potential to succeed in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service such that they will one day be a candidate for promotion and tenure. Candidates for Associate Professor should have a demonstrated record of thoughtful and effective teaching, insightful scholarship, and meaningful engagement in service. Candidates for Professor should have a record of teaching excellence, exceptional scholarly achievement, and distinguished service.

 

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted through Interfolio. Applicants should submit a letter of interest (explaining how they will utilize their prior experience in this role); a C.V.; and the names and contact information for three references. While applications will be considered on a rolling basis, applicants should submit their materials no later than October 15, 2024, for best consideration. For questions, please contact Professor Paula Schaefer, Chair of the CADR Director Committee at paula.schaefer@tennessee.edu.

ALBANY LAW SCHOOL seeks a staff attorney to work in The Edward P. Swyer Justice Center providing legal advocacy services and direct representation to clients in its Family Violence Litigation Clinic and performing other related duties pursuant to grants and contracts. Appointment will be as Associate Staff Attorney, Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, depending on experience. We value diversity and seek applicants from backgrounds that add to a community that aims to foster respect and inclusion.

Essential Job Functions

·         Assists in direct supervision of Clinic students as they provide representation to Clinic clients.

·         Assists Director in the selection of clients and development of legal matters.

·         Supervises community outreach conducted by students.

·         Assists Director in meeting donor/major gift/grant objectives, including attending meetings, drafting reports and contributing to matters impacting Clinic policy.

·         Assists Director with organizational tasks for classroom (student manuals, syllabi, readings, and arranging for  guest speakers).

·         Performs legal research as needed.

·         Provides instruction in classroom, at the discretion of and under the supervision of the Director.

·         Handles client representation during breaks and summer.

·         Assists Director in the selection of incoming students.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

·         Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

·         Excellent lawyering and litigation skills.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Excellent legal research skills and analysis.

·         Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite products, Lexis and Westlaw.

Qualification Standards

·         Juris Doctor from an ABA approved law school.

·         Admission to the New York State Bar.

·         Two or more years of practical legal experience in the area of Family Law in New York, specifically domestic violence, preferred.  Recent law school graduate with clinical legal experience or coursework in family law/domestic violence issues will be considered.

·         Valid driver’s license.

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for at least three references. Questions should be addressed to Professor Dale Cecka at dceck@albanylaw.edu . 

 

Compensation:  The estimated salary range for this position is $60,000-$85,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits package. Salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and in consideration of internal equity.  Comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with 5% retirement contribution, employer paid life insurance and disability coverage and generous paid time off (PTO, volunteer time off, holidays and parental leave). We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.

Albany Law School is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of our student body, and community. We encourage applicants including first-gen professionals, women, applicants of color, LGBTQ, veterans, and other members of systemically marginalized groups.

THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN LAW SCHOOL is seeking applications for a newly created full-time Program Director position in the MDefenders program. MDefenders is a program designed to provide education and support for current students considering careers in indigent defense as well as support and assistance to alumni who work as public defenders. The MDefenders program is an umbrella organization responsible for overseeing a faculty-sponsored student group for aspiring public defense students, an active alumni listserv with more than 300 members, the Public Defender Training Institute, and the Data for Defenders project. The Program Director will help to implement MDefenders's projects and will work closely with the Founder and Faculty Director to plan additional initiatives that align with the overall mission of the group to provide support for and grow interest in indigent defense work. The Program Director will also teach relevant courses on indigent defense representation to current MDefenders students and will provide counseling and advice to current aspiring public defenders on career paths.

The appointment will be for two years with the possibility of renewal based on satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

Who We Are

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top law schools in the nation and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with 1000 in the J.D. and 40 in the LL.M. program. Our commitments to collegiality, constructive and challenging debate, and enabling our students to pursue a wide range of options explain why the Law School has long been committed to diversity along many dimensions. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

At Michigan Law, we view our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to our mission as an educational institution and we seek to ensure that each member of our community has full opportunity to thrive in our environment. We believe that diversity is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge and we maintain a deep commitment to fostering a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty learn and work in an atmosphere of inclusion and respect.
 

Responsibilities*

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Oversight and development of MDefenders' Data for Defenders project including:

o   Outreach to public defender offices and organizations to expand the program's partners and its reach and impact

o   Social science research and drafting of motions to include in the database

• Oversight and development of Alumni Development Program including:

o   Creating and overseeing an alumni mentorship program for Michigan Law graduates who go into indigent defense 

o   Maintaining alumni connections through alumni reunions and crafting monthly newsletters 

• Advising students on indigent defense careers paths and providing substantive support to them in the application process
• Coordinating with the Office of Career Planning and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations 
• Coordinating activities with the MDefenders student group
• Thinking creatively about new initiatives and helping to implement them. Examples may include creating a toolkit to enable other law schools to create programs similar to the MDefenders program or making Public Defender Training Institute programming available to entry-level attorneys through CLE programs. 

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Teaching advocacy-related courses that will depend on the particular skills and background of the candidate and may include teaching in the Trial-Level Public Defender Training Institute and/or creating and teaching in an Appellate Defender Training Institute 

Required Qualifications*

• Juris Doctor degree
• Minimum of two years of experience working in indigent defense
• Demonstrated project management experience 
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a streamlined, highly organized team
• Excellent legal research and writing skills 
• Strong administrative, organization, and communication skills
• Highly motivated self-starter who is able to learn and apply new concepts quickly
• Creative vision and ability to implement complex tasks 
• Comfortable with and interested in technology
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring entry-level lawyers and/or law students

Desired Qualifications*

• Budgeting experience  

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

During the semesters that the co-director is teaching, the staff appointment effort will be adjusted downward and a LEO lecturer appointment will be created that represents the effort associated with teaching the class(es).

How to Apply: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/255142/mdefenders-program-director-and-instructor 

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Please also provide a writing sample that demonstrates your motion writing skills.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

GEORGETOWN LAW seeks fellowship applicants for the Social Enterprise & Nonprofit Law Clinic which offers pro bono organizational and transactional legal services to social enterprises, nonprofit organizations, worker cooperatives, and select small businesses headquartered in Washington, D.C. and working locally or internationally. Through the Clinic, law students learn to translate legal theory into legal practice by engaging in the supervised practice of law for educational credit.

The Clinic’s local focus not only allows the Clinic to give back to the community it calls home, but also gives students an opportunity to explore and understand the challenges and strengths of the D.C. community beyond the Georgetown Law campus. As D.C. experiences increasing income inequality, it becomes increasingly important for the Clinic to provide legal assistance to organizations that serve and empower adversely impacted communities.

Description of Fellowship

The two-year fellowship is an ideal position for a transactional lawyer interested in transitioning into legal academia and developing teaching and supervisory abilities in a setting that emphasizes a dual commitment—clinical education of law students and transactional law employed in the public interest. The fellow will have several areas of responsibility, with an increasing role as the fellowship progresses. Over the course of the fellowship, the fellow will: (i) supervise students in representing organizations on transactional, operational, and corporate governance matters, (ii) share responsibility for teaching seminar sessions, and (iii) share in the administrative and case handling responsibilities of the Clinic. Fellows also participate in a clinical pedagogy seminar and other activities designed to support an interest in clinical teaching and legal education. Successful completion of the fellowship results in the award of an L.L.M. in Advocacy from Georgetown University. The fellowship start date is July 1, 2025, and the fellowship is for two years, ending June 30, 2027.

Teaching fellows receive an annual stipend of approximately $70,000 in the first year and $75,000 in the second year, health and dental benefits, and all tuition and fees in the LL.M. program. As full-time students, teaching fellows qualify for deferment of their student loans. In addition, teaching fellows may be eligible for loan repayment assistance from their law schools.

Qualifications

Applicants must have at least 2 years of post J.D. legal experience. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a transactional area of practice such as nonprofit law and tax, community economic development law, corporate law, intellectual property, and real estate or housing law. Applicants with a strong commitment to economic justice are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be admitted or be able to be admitted to the District of Columbia Bar within 6 months of entering the fellowship.

Application Process

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, send a resume, an official or unofficial law school transcript, and a detailed letter of interest as soon as possible but no later than December 1, 2024. The letter should be no longer than two pages and address a) why you are interested in this fellowship; b) what you can contribute to the Clinic; c) your experience with nonprofit law, community economic development, transactional matters, corporate law, or other fields of law pertinent to the clinic’s law practice areas; and d) optionally, a brief statement about any educational, familial, cultural, economic, and social experiences that have helped to shape your educational and professional goals or will contribute to your future career after the fellowship concludes. Please address your application to Professor Alicia Plerhoples, Georgetown Law, 600 New Jersey Ave., NW, Suite 352, Washington, D.C. 20001, and email it to Clinic Office Manager, Anna Harty, at lawsocialenterprise@georgetown.edu. Applications will only be accepted via email.

SUFFOLK LAW is hiring a Director to lead our newly created Online Dispute Resolution Clinic. The Director will lead our students in designing, building, and creating an ODR process accessible to low-income litigants in divorce cases in Massachusetts, who traditionally have not had access to ODR tools.  You can read more about the initiative here and here.  The Director will work in close coordination with faculty in our Legal Innovation and Technology Center, Family Law Clinic, and Dispute Resolution Program, as well as with experts from the American Arbitration Association, to design and build the clinic’s curriculum and develop the ODR project from the ground up. We’re looking for someone with mediation and/or alternative dispute resolution experience, and/or in the field of family law. The posting and application can be found online here.