• Address: Hempstead, NY 11551 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/29/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Institution Hofstra University
Position Title Professor of Legal Writing and Research
Job Location Hempstead, NY
Description HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for one or more positions as Professor of Legal Writing and Research. This is full-time faculty position with a renewable contract potentially leading to a long-term renewable contract. Hofstra's Professors of Legal Writing and Research serve on faculty committees and vote in faculty meetings.


Applicants must have a J.D. degree and have demonstrated excellence in legal research, writing, and oral communication skills. In particular, we seek applicants who have substantial experience teaching legal writing and have made recognized contributions to the field. Experience and interest in at least one of the following would substantially enhance an application (but are not required): leadership in a legal writing program; international or comparative law teaching (including professional scholarship in a foreign language); teaching non-English-speaking students; teaching contract drafting; teaching in or assisting with an academic support program; or teaching practice skills through externships or simulation.


Applications should be sent by email (not hard copy) to Professor Roy Simon at roy.simon@hofstra.edu. Please attach a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and a writing sample. The subject line of your email should include the words "Legal Writing."


Inquiries can be directed to Professor Simon or to Professor Richard Neumann (516-463-5881 or richard.k.neumann@hofstra.edu).