Professor in Legal Practice in University of Connecticut – USA

Summary

The University of Connecticut School of Law is seeking an Open Rank Clinical Professor for its Legal Practice Program, starting in Fall 2027. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track position, with initial appointments of one or five years, leading to presumptively renewable long-term contracts. The role involves teaching legal practice, designing curriculum, mentoring students, and integrating emerging technologies like AI into legal education. Applicants must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and have at least three years of legal practice experience. The salary is commensurate with qualifications. Applications are reviewed immediately, with priority given to those submitted by September 30, 2026. The position remains open until filled.

Key Facts

Department	Legal Practice Program (LP Program)
Position Type	Clinical Professor
Discipline	Law
Degree Required	JD from an ABA-accredited law school
Experience	At least three years of legal practice experience
Salary	Commensurate with background, qualifications, and experience
Contract Duration	Full-time, non-tenure-track position, eligible for five-year presumptively renewable long-term contracts. Initial appointment will be one year for those on track toward a long-term contract or five years for those appointed with a long-term contract, depending on experience.
Required Documents	Letter of interest, Curriculum vitae, Writing sample, Teaching statement, Names and contact information of three references
Employer Address	West End Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Employer Contact	Goldburn P. Maynard Jr., [email protected]

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Legal Practice during fall and spring semesters
• Design and refine curriculum, simulations, assignments, and assessments
• Advance students' lawyering skills
• Mentor students as they develop into legal professionals
• Teach through a combination of classroom instruction and simulated client representations
• Integrate emerging technologies, including legal research platforms and generative artificial intelligence, to enhance student learning
• Cultivate ethical judgment and professional responsibility in students regarding technology use
• Collaborate closely on curriculum design and program development
• Exercise substantial autonomy in organizing teaching courses, selecting instructional approaches, and developing classroom materials

Required Skills

• Excellent legal research skills
• Excellent legal writing skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication
• Demonstrated excellence in oral communication
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Record of excellence in teaching legal writing, legal skills, and experiential courses (preferred)
• Significant experience in legal writing, client interviewing, counseling, negotiation, and oral advocacy (preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based teaching and learning (preferred)
• Willingness to develop and refine pedagogy (preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous curricular improvement and innovation in legal education (preferred)
• Experience using and teaching legal technology, including electronic research platforms, practice technologies, and/or generative AI tools (preferred)
• Commitment to helping students develop skills and ethical judgment for effective and professional technology use (preferred)
• National or regional engagement with organizations related to legal writing, experiential education, legal pedagogy, or the legal profession (preferred)

Who Should Apply

Candidates with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and at least three years of legal practice experience are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will have excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills, demonstrated excellence in communication, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Preference will be given to those with teaching experience in legal writing or experiential courses, significant experience in various legal skills, and a commitment to evidence-based teaching and legal technology integration.

About the Employer

The University of Connecticut School of Law is a top-ranked public law school in the Northeast, located on a Gothic Revival campus in West End Hartford. It offers JD, LLM, and SJD degrees, along with dual degree programs. The school hosts three student journals, over forty student organizations, extensive clinical and public service opportunities, and one of the largest law libraries in the world. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 institution, recognized for highest research activity, and is among the top 25 public universities nationally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the start date for this position?

The position is expected to begin in Fall 2027.

What is the nature of the contract for this position?

This is a full-time, non-tenure-track position, eligible for five-year presumptively renewable long-term contracts. Initial appointments are either one year (on track for long-term) or five years (with long-term contract).

What are the minimum educational qualifications required?

Applicants must have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

What is the application deadline?

Applications are reviewed immediately, with priority given to those submitted by September 30, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Who should I contact for questions about application materials?

Questions about application materials may be directed to the appointments committee chair, Goldburn P. Maynard Jr., at [email protected].

Where is the University of Connecticut School of Law located?

The UConn School of Law is located on a Gothic Revival campus in the West End of Hartford, Connecticut, USA.