Law School Clinical Teaching Fellow

Seton Hall University, New Jersey • Newark, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Seton Hall University School of Law is seeking a Clinical Teaching Fellow to begin in the fall of 2026. This fellowship, housed within the Center for Social Justice, specifically with the Detention and Deportation Defense Initiative (DDDI) within the Immigrants' Rights/International Human Rights Clinic, is designed for practitioners with 3-5 years of experience looking to launch a teaching career. The fellow will represent detained clients in immigration and federal court litigation, co-teach with an experienced clinician, and receive mentorship for scholarship interests. The position is for one year, with the possibility of extension for one to two additional years, contingent on grant funding.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of legal practice experience.
• Demonstrate potential for teaching excellence.
• J.D. degree.
• Membership in good standing of the Bar of any state.

Nice To Haves

• Legal experience in New Jersey.
• Legal experience in substantive areas related to the clinic’s work, including immigration, federal court litigation, and civil rights.

Responsibilities

• Co-supervise students with Professor Nessel.
• Assist with teaching the seminar component of the clinics.
• Manage a docket of immigration and federal court cases during the summer.
• Represent detained clients in immigration and federal court litigation.
• Co-teach with an experienced clinician.
• Be mentored in pursuit of scholarship interests and goals.

Benefits

• Bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree