The College of Law is seeking a part-time instructor to teach a 2-credit course - Bankruptcy Clinic - in the JDi program. The course meets during the Spring 2027 semester. The pro bono bankruptcy clinic consists of a clinic open to second- and third-year students, and a pro bono volunteer program open to first-year students. The upper division clinic students will represent indigent clients filing bankruptcy cases and will be in charge of the team supervising the first-year student volunteers. The clinic students will be responsible for obtaining from the clients the information required by the Bankruptcy Code for filing a bankruptcy case, organizing that information, drafting the petition and schedules, and representing the client at the official meeting of creditors. Students will also address legal issues that arise in the case. The class component will involve formal training in basic consumer bankruptcy law and practice, and an open discussion of issues that arise in the cases.
Qualifications
- Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school.
- Preferred post-JD experience and credentials should include significant legal practice in diverse areas of law, including experience with bankruptcy law.
- A demonstrated commitment to excellent classroom teaching and mentoring and training new attorneys is required.
- Prior law school teaching is strongly preferred.
- Candidates must have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, and community members from different backgrounds.
Job Specific Qualifications
- Provide detailed feedback on student assignments, prepare classes, and work on projects and other student assignments as needed.
- Strong research, writing, and other communication skills are necessary for this position.
Responsibilities
- Order the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
- Prepare lectures, projects, and other student assignments.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
- Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
- Meet all designated class periods.
- Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to the College of Law and University regulations.
- Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
- Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.