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Director of Trial Advocacy, Professor of Law or Professor of Law Legal Practice
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What they do
A Law Professor teaches national and regional legislative ideas and truths, as well as the methods used in practicing various forms of law to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, law professors will perform legal services.
$107,605 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications Juris-Doctor (J.D.) degree. Post-J.D. legal experience, including experience as a trial lawyer, criminal or civil. Three (3) years of experience teaching in and/or directing a trial advocacy program at a U.S. law school, or equivalent. Holds membership in a state bar association. Preferred Qualifications Excellent writing skills. Five (5) years of experience teaching in and/or directing a trial advocacy program at a U.S. law school, or equivalent. A record of involvement in national and state advocacy organizations such as the National Institute for Trial Advocacy ( NITA ), Legal Aid Services of California ( LAAC ), and the National Association of Legal Advocacy Educators ( NALAE ). Communicates effectively. Possesses extraordinary interpersonal skills. Maintains professional composure and demeanor at all times. Promotes the vision, mission, and core values of McGeorge School of Law. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.