BARCO LAW VISITING CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Family Law Clinic

Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law school seeks a Clinical Assistant Professor to oversee its Family Law Clinic, providing vital legal advocacy and education to students. This role requires a J.D. and strong experience in family law, with a commitment to serving low-income families and fostering an inclusive educational environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. with admission to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in family law or related fields.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinic-related courses and supervise law students.
• Manage clinic operations and community outreach.
• Guide students during client representations.

Skills

Family law

Student supervision

Community engagement

Education

J.D.

Job description

The University of Pittsburgh School of Law invites applications for a one-year visiting position as Clinical Assistant Professor of Law to serve as the Supervising Attorney of the Family Law Clinic. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2025. The Family Law Clinic's mission is twofold: to serve the educational needs of our students by providing hands-on legal experience and to provide legal advocacy before the Allegheny County Family Division's Pro Se Motions Court for low-income families.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Teach clinic-related courses and seminars focused on family law and supervise second- and third-year law students as they represent clients.

• Student Supervision: Guide students in their representation of clients and in providing educational presentations to the community.

• Administrative: Manage the clinic's day-to-day operations, including case supervision, community outreach, and administrative duties.

• Community Engagement: Foster relationships with community partners and engage in outreach efforts to enhance the clinic's impact in the Pittsburgh region.

Qualifications:

• J.D. with admission to practice law in Pennsylvania, with demonstrated experience in family law, or a related field.

• Strong preference for candidates with clinical teaching experience or student supervision in a legal setting.

• A deep understanding of the legal needs of low-income clients and a commitment to community-based legal practice.

• Proven ability to work effectively with students, clients, and interdisciplinary partners (e.g., social workers, healthcare professionals).

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for diverse students and clients.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.