Law Professor Jobs for 2023

Description

Quimbee is looking for a legal academic with strong subject-matter expertise in corporate tax law to write a comprehensive class outline designed to help law students prepare for classes and final exams in that subject. The position is project-based, and depending on the subject, we estimate that this project will take between two and four months to complete. The project will be completed in weekly installments, and you will have a partner on the Quimbee editorial team to ensure that the project sticks to Quimbee's meticulous guidelines. You will, however, be entirely responsible for the legal subject matter contained in the outline, including all research. Quimbee can provide reasonable hardcopy references (such as a casebook or treatise on the subject) to assist in research but cannot provide access to an online legal research platform.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-approved law school
• Academic experience as a professor in corporate tax law or related field; OR relevant publications or other experience demonstrating subject-matter expertise and the ability to communicate in an educational context

Benefits

• Hourly compensation of $100/hour

Full time

Faculty

The School of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, and Business Law (AFIB) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position in Business Law at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position will begin in the Fall semester of 2023. The successful candidate will bring areas of teaching and research that complement and integrate with those of existing faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to advise students, be involved in appropriate student organizations as well as fulfill normal institutional service obligations. The ability to maintain an active research agenda resulting in scholarship in refereed journals and/or law reviews is required. Candidates should have a strong record or show strong promise to contribute to the intellectual and practical lives of students and other stakeholders of the School, College, University, and business community.

Teaching responsibilities include three courses (face-to-face or online format) per semester. The successful candidate will possess the ability to teach diverse legal topics and their business applications. Intellectual contributions are expected in one or more of the following areas: technology law, international business law, business organizations, contracts and sales, labor and employment law, estates and trusts, bankruptcy, hospitality law, and/or business ethics. Teaching experience and research record should be commensurate with the rank sought. Moreover, teaching and service duties may require a 5-day per week presence on campus. The successful candidate must meet the AACSB accreditation requirements regarding the academic qualification of the College of Business faculty. The AACSB requirements for academic qualification mandate a minimum level of relevant research and publication in order to remain current in the field of teaching.

Carnegie statement
WCU embraces its role as a community-engaged university designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and has adopted the Boyer Model of Scholarship to support its commitment to integrated learning and the scholarship of engagement. Potential candidates who demonstrate a commitment to community engagement through teaching, service, and scholarship are highly encourage to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
JD degree from an ABA accredited law school is required.
Meet the AACSB accreditation requirements regarding academic qualification of college of business faculty

Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate teaching experience. Established record of intellectual contributions.

Position Type Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year 9
Posting Text

Open Date 04/22/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply online. Hard copy materials will not be accepted for consideration.

Interested applicants must include the following attachments:
1) letter of application;
2) curriculum vita;
3) unofficial transcripts from graduate degrees; and
4) research statement
4) a list of professional references (including full contact information)

Screening will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional information and questions please contact Dr. Ken Sanney via email at [email protected].

Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University 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 or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected].

Legal Administrative Assistant

Axinn combines the skills, experience and dedication of the world's largest firms with the focus, responsiveness, efficiency and attention to client needs of the best boutiques. The firm was established in the late 1990s by lawyers from premier Wall Street firms with a common vision: provide the highest level of service and strategic acumen in antitrust, intellectual property and high-stakes litigation. Axinn’s lawyers have served as lead or co-lead counsel on nearly half a trillion dollars in transactions and, in the last 10 years alone, have handled more than 250 litigations.

Under the supervision of the Office Administrator this position has primary responsibility for the performance of clerical/administrative activities and coordination of activities and events as necessary to support the New York City office. This position will perform a variety of administrative and staff support duties for the assigned area with limited supervision and is responsible for supporting a dedicated group of attorneys.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• General administrative support services
  • Maintain calendar and contacts
  • Room scheduling/reservations (individual and group meetings)
  • Meet/greet clients; arrange meetings (including any beverage/food and AV requirements)
  • Track monthly expenses, prepare expense reports and manage corporate card accounts
  • Make travel arrangements
  • Respond timely to emails requesting other assistance
• Track assignments given by attorneys from start to completion, even when such assignments are delegated to another person/department
• Documentation
  • Proofread documents upon attorney request
  • Perform photocopying, scanning, faxing, binding, filing, etc.
  • Create TOCs
  • Prepare legal correspondence, documents, electronic filings, etc.
  • Create and maintain files
  • Prepare new client/matter forms; engagement letters, etc.
  • Create binders
• Track attorney bar/court admissions/CLE information
• Conduct minor non-billable research for assigned attorneys (i.e., filings, court cases, patents, etc…)
• Enter attorney hours into time management system and manage contract attorney time as applicable
• Review and edit of monthly prebills; drafting cover letters for same
• Minor personal work for a Partner
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Experience and/or Skill Requirements

• Associate’s degree preferred
• 2+ years general office experience required, prior law firm experience is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• General knowledge of office equipment and tools
• Strong Microsoft Office skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and various document management tools
• Ability to build rapport with attorneys and professional staff
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
• The ability to work independently but within a team environment

Benefits

At Axinn, we offer market competitive wages and generous benefit options to our valued employees. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Competitive starting pay, potential for annual increases, and annual bonus eligibility
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, personal days, floating holidays, paid holidays, and sick leave)
• Firm paid short and long-term disability, plus life and accident insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts (medical plan dependent)
• Firm paid comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Student loan refinancing discounts
• Fitness/Gym reimbursement program
• Virtual and hybrid work schedules available (per current policy)
• Free coffee, snacks, and an excellent all-around work environment

Position Details

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, non-exempt (hourly) position with a standard 35-hour scheduled work week. Hours will generally conform to regular office hours and are subject to attorney work schedules, with the ability work overtime as necessary. The final rate of pay will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, though a targeted hiring range of $33.00 to 39.00 per hour is standard for this role. This position is being hired exclusively for our New York City location and employees are expected to be within a commutable distance to the office.

Position Details

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular Tenure Track

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience

Salary Range: Commensurate with rank and experience

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties

The incumbent will teach courses at the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. The faculty member is expected to participate in University/School of Law programs and activities. The position requires a commitment to scholarship, as well as participation in outreach activities with stakeholders. We are looking broadly for candidates, but particularly welcome applicants with interest in teaching Property, Torts, Constitutional Law, Contracts, and Business-oriented related courses. We are also seeking a director for our Immigration and Human Rights Clinic, a tenure-track faculty position. Candidates must have a J.D. degree and must demonstrate high scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to teaching excellence. Applications are encouraged from women, candidates of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and others whose background and experience would contribute to the diversity of the law school community. UDC LAW is the District's only public law school and is one of only six American Bar Association approved law schools at a Historically Black College or University. UDC LAW has a statutory mission to recruit and enroll students from groups traditionally underrepresented at the bar; to provide a well-rounded theoretical and practical legal education that will enable students to be effective and ethical advocates; and to represent the legal needs of low-income residents through the school's legal clinics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned School of Law courses in the JD or LLM programs.
• Maintain proficiency on the use of software and technology in the classroom.
• Research, write, and publish scholarly output in academic or professional journals, books, media outlets and/or electronic media in a manner that is consistent with the direction of the academic program.
• Keep abreast of developments in the relevant instructional area by reading current literature, collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional conferences to enhance academic performance.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, papers, and exams using rubrics and other student-centered approaches.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Advise and mentor students on academic and career issues.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and scholarship issues.
• Participate in writing grant proposals, as appropriate, to procure external research funding.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, program matters, and academic issues.
• Participate in student recruitment and placement activities.

Minimum Job Requirements

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF LAW

A candidate for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Law shall have:

• An earned Juris Doctor degree and be a member in good standing of the Bar of the District of Columbia or other state.
• The potential for teaching excellence and scholarly growth; and
• Demonstrated professional competence in the relevant field and the potential for professional growth.

An initial appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Law shall be without tenure and for a period of not more than three years.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF LAW

A candidate for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor of Law shall have:

• An earned Juris Doctor degree and be a member in good standing of the Bar of the District of Columbia or other state.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and a record of scholarship;
• Demonstrated professional competence in the relevant field, demonstrated professional attainment, and the potential for continued professional growth; and
• At least three years of full-time teaching experience at an accredited law school.

The faculty acknowledges that the Dean may recognize and allow the substitution of appropriate professional experience and achievement if the candidate has less teaching experience than that required above, provided that the candidate demonstrates potential for effective teaching.

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Residency Preference: A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position, may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources only.

Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .

The mission of Myrtle Beach College is to provide high quality, easily accessible, tuition free higher education in Christian perspective to as many people as possible.

We are seeking adjunct faculty who can create 10-15 minute chapter specific video lectures that follow Cengage books which we use in our program. (If you would like an example of what we are looking for, please visit MasterLectures produced by Zondervan Academic). Applicants need to have a thorough knowledge of their subject area and excellent presentation skills. The presentations we are looking for are less Albert Einstein and more Mr. Rogers as we try to add a more human touch to online learning. Beginning with the fall term, adjunct faculty will lead a weekly, evening discussion group for 90 minutes or so on Zoom.

Myrtle Beach College courses are three credit courses divided into three, one credit segments. Each segment is structured to be completed in four weeks.

All adjunct faculty positions require a minimum of a Masters degree (JD preferred) in the discipline you are teaching and some teaching experience. A cover letter indicating courses you feel you are best equipped to teach would be appreciated. Currently we are looking for adjunct faculty for Introduction to Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Research & Writing, Business Law I, Business Law II, Contracts, Immigration Law, Media Law, Civil Litigation, Tort Law, Intellectual Property Law, Marriage and Family Law, Wills, Trusts, and Estates, and Real Estate Law

The compensation is downright pathetic but the eternal IRA provided is exceptional. If interested, please send your resume to legalstudiesdepartment at myrtlebeachcollege.org

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

• email/record and post a welcome letter to their assigned students one week prior to the start of course, when feasible, but always within the first week of the course.
• record and post a video introduction which will be placed in each course.
• answer all student emails within two calendar days which is likely to require responding over weekends. The exception to this requirement is when there is a holiday observed by the University.
• Communication with students will take place within the University learning management system (LMS), University-designated systems and through University assigned email.
• contact Academic and Finance Advisors (by use of designated means) in the LMS as soon as a Professor determines a student is not actively participating in the course.
• contact a student by email and a phone call to encourage re-engagement in the course as soon as Professor determines a student is not actively participating in the course.
• host no less than one, one-hour synchronous office hour session per week. Office hours will be posted in each course.
• provide quality feedback to students. Quality feedback includes but is not limited to:
  • substantive and reflect a content focus
  • impart knowledge, share resources and dialogue with students
  • communicate in a manner and with language reflecting support of the student

• Maintain a record of scholarly activities befitting a doctoral granting institution
• Contribute to the body of knowledge of their discipline

• Juris Doctor degree in law or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state or inactive status.
• No history of disciplinary action by the bar of any state and currently in good standing with bar of any state in which they are licensed.
• Experience practicing law in the area in which they are teaching.
• Experience in teaching the subject matter in a J.D. program
• Online teaching experience preferred.
• Curriculum development experience preferred.
• Experience with the online delivery of education and the systems that support it.
• Proficiency in the use of technology in the delivery of education.
• All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications.

• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals of constituencies in a diverse community, and the ability to create connections with students in an online environment.
• Intermediate use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook. Experience using Student Information System (SIS) such as SOAR/Peoplesoft systems. Experience utilizing Zoom for synchronous classes.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated writing skills
• Experience with the online delivery of education and the systems that support it
• Willingness to participate in trial use of new technologies and integrate new technologies into teaching

Hourly: $41.97 - $46.50