PUB2 400 - LAW - Winter 2027

McGill University; Guelph; Vor Ort; CAD 6.000 - 9.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

McGill University invites applications for a part-time instructor to teach Trial Advocacy in the Winter 2027 term. Chancellor Day Hall location and weekly schedule support active participation in practical exercises.

The course develops a theory of a case, drafting pleadings, examinations, and closing arguments, with emphasis on bilingual teaching experience and interactive, hands-on learning.

Qualifikationen

• First degree in law required; several years of practice preferred.
• Experience teaching undergraduate law students in bilingual settings is an asset.
• Ability to develop and deliver classroom theory and practical exercises.

Aufgaben

• Teach basic techniques of written and oral advocacy.
• Lead practical exercises and examinations on discovery, direct, cross, and closing arguments.

Kenntnisse

Trial advocacy

Ausbildung

First degree in law

Jobbeschreibung

Hiring Unit: Faculty of Law

Course Number: PUB2 400

Course Title: Trial Advocacy

Course Credits: 3

1 Instructor

Term: Winter 2027

Course Schedule: Wednesday 1735-2025 (Student Affairs Office will contact you if there is a change to the date/time)

Location: Chancellor Day Hall

The course aims to teach students the basic techniques of written and oral advocacy, including developing a theory of a case, drafting pleadings, engaging in effective examinations on discovery, direct examinations, cross-examinations, and examinations of expert witnesses, and delivering a closing argument. The class is hands on and requires active participation in practical exercises.

Please note that this course will be allocated to a member using an exemption as per article 15.03.03 of the MCLIU collective agreement.

TQR: At a minimum, a first degree in law. Several years of significant practice or professional experience, in the relevant area; Experience in teaching undergraduate law students in a bilingual setting.

This posting will be taken down at 12:00 a.m. on the day indicated below as the deadline to apply. You have until 11:59 p.m. the day before the indicated deadline date to submit your application.

2026-10-15

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].