Visiting Assistant Professor of Law & Director of the Criminal Defense Clinic - PROF52
About The Position
DRAKE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL invites applications for a two-year Visiting Faculty position (Assistant, Associate, or Full; rank commensurate with qualifications and experience) to direct and teach its Criminal Defense Clinic. The Visiting Professor will supervise law students in the direct representation of clients in criminal cases, manage clinic operations and case selection, and lead a companion seminar focused on lawyering skills, ethical practice, professional identity formation, and critical reflection. The clinic currently emphasizes representation of indigent clients in a range of misdemeanor cases before the Polk County District Court. This two-year visiting position begins on either August 1, 2026 or January 1, 2027, with the possibility of an additional one-year appointment after the first two years. This is a 12-month appointment.
Requirements
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in Iowa or eligible for admission
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience
- At least five years of practice in trial-level criminal defense, or a combination thereof
Responsibilities
- Supervise law students in the direct representation of clients in criminal cases
- Manage clinic operations and case selection
- Lead a companion seminar focused on lawyering skills, ethical practice, professional identity formation, and critical reflection
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts
- Tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents
- Tuition exchange programs available to dependent children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
