Clinical Legal Practice Professor and Writing Mentor

Roger Williams University; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI seeks a Professor of Legal Practice to teach and support the LP curriculum for first- and second-year law students. The role involves designing, implementing, and delivering the three-semester LP program, coordinating with LP faculty to plan curriculum, and addressing instructional challenges.

The professor collaborates across departments, maintains communication with colleagues, and contributes to program planning, assessment, and student advising.

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.B degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals in a service environment.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Legal Practice courses as assigned by the Dean.
• Plan content and scheduling of the LP Program with the LP Coordinator/Director and LP faculty to ensure appropriate workloads and coverage of core legal writing concepts.
• Develop research and writing assignments and teaching materials; evaluate and revise curriculum.
• Grade and provide feedback for all LP assignments.
• Contribute to planning upper-level writing courses in collaboration with Administration and LP faculty.
• Serve as a resource to LP faculty and promote the LP program among faculty.
• Collaborate with Reference Librarians, the Director of Bar Support, the Writing Specialist and others assisting LP students.

Skills

Oral & verbal comms

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

J.D./LL.B from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI seeks a Professor of Legal Practice to teach and support the LP curriculum for first- and second-year law students. The role involves designing, implementing, and delivering the three-semester LP program, coordinating with LP faculty to plan curriculum, and addressing instructional challenges.

The professor collaborates across departments, maintains communication with colleagues, and contributes to program planning, assessment, and student advising.