Clinical Assistant Professor of Law

The University of Michigan Law School seeks applicants for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Law to teach in our Legal Practice Program beginning in the 2027-2028 academic year.  We hope to hire multiple people.  Applications should be submitted by September 8, 2026 for full consideration.

More information is provided below.  Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Ted Becker
Director, Legal Practice Program

Additional Information

The Legal Practice Program is a first-year, five-credit, two-semester program that integrates legal analysis, research, writing, advocacy, skills training, and other aspects of the practice of law.  Legal Practice faculty teach two sections, with each section meeting twice a week.  Professors typically teach two sections of Legal Practice.  Each section usually has 20-22 students.  Legal Practice faculty may also be able to teach other courses at the Law School depending on coverage, interest, and curricular needs, including upper-level legal writing and other skills courses, but they are not required to do so.  

Candidates must have superior academic records, at least three years of professional experience, and expertise in legal research and writing.  Prior teaching experience is preferred. Applicants should also provide a CV, a list of at least three references, and, for recent graduates, a law school transcript.  A writing sample or examples of teaching materials will be required later for candidates selected for interviews. We welcome candidates with experience engaging with generative artificial intelligence tools in teaching, practicing law, scholarship, and/or related professional settings. Candidates should be able to articulate a thoughtful approach to integrating AI-related skills, ethical considerations, and professional applications into legal education. 

Here's the link for additional information about the position or to submit application materials: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/280721/clinical-assistant-professor-legal-practice-law-school

The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $139,000.  Compensation will be determined by experience and related factors. Candidates with significant teaching experience may be placed at the higher end of the salary range; those newer to the field at the lower end; and mid-career faculty typically in the middle.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.