The Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law invites applications from entry-level as well as pre- and early-tenure lateral candidates for one full-time, tenured/tenure-track position expected to begin in fall 2025. While we have needs in many curricular and research areas, we have particular needs in environmental law, international law, legal methods, criminal procedure, evidence, tax, private law, and required first year subjects. 

Candidates must have a demonstrated record of significant scholarly achievement and commitment to excellent teaching. Tenure stream faculty are expected to engage in significant research and demonstrate educational, methodological, or practice backgrounds that add vitality to their work. Drexel University and the law school are committed to cross-campus collaboration and research that extends beyond disciplinary borders, with a strong interest in Law and Society research. 

Applications are encouraged from people of color, individuals with disabilities, people of all sexual and gender identities, and anyone whose background, experience or viewpoint will contribute to the diversity of the faculty. 

The law school was founded in 2006, and has quickly been recognized for its successes, rising over 50 places in US News to its current rank of #75. In addition to their research profile, law school faculty are highly visible in the national press. 

Drexel University, a large private R1 research university, is particularly known for its programs in engineering, computing, public health, and medicine, as well as its College of Computing and Informatics which includes the Isaac L. Auerbach Cybersecurity Institute. The University is situated in Philadelphia’s renowned University City, a robust campus community and the academic epicenter of the entire region. 

To apply, please send a cover letter, research and diversity statements, and curriculum vitae (with references) to Faculty Appointments Chair David S. Cohen at dsc39@drexel.edu

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Assistant Teaching Professor in Law 

Job Overview: 

Drexel University Kline School of Law, in Philadelphia, seeks applications for one non-tenure track/teaching faculty position for the 2025-2026 academic year. 

Qualifications and requirements: 

  • A JD or its equivalent. 
  • At least two years of legal practice experience. 
  • Candidates with teaching experience are preferred. 

Essential Functions: Faculty are expected to teach a total of 4 courses over two semesters and participate in service to the Law School and the University. Core courses we are particularly looking to cover include Legal Methods I (predictive legal writing and analysis); Legal Methods II (persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy); Evidence; Criminal Procedure/Investigations; international law subjects; Environmental Law; private law subjects; required first year courses; Federal Income Tax; and Enterprise Tax. Occasional teaching in our Undergraduate program in law is also possible. This position is non-tenure track; time spent in the position will not accrue toward tenure. The contract is initially for two years with the goal of reappointment if mutually satisfactory. 

Supplemental Posting Information: 

To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (with references), and a teaching statement (or, if you are receiving this directly, email your materials to Professor David S. Cohen at dsc39@drexel.edu). Individuals selected for interviews will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation. 

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Kline School of Law is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Salaries are commensurate with experience. The University offers an attractive benefits package including a generous retirement packages with matching funds. 

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Professor Heminway brought nearly 15 years of corporate practice experience to the University of Tennessee College of Law when she joined the faculty in 2000. She practiced transactional business law (working in the areas of public offerings, private placements, mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, and…

Professor Heminway brought nearly 15 years of corporate practice experience to the University of Tennessee College of Law when she joined the faculty in 2000. She practiced transactional business law (working in the areas of public offerings, private placements, mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, and restructurings) in the Boston office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP from 1985 through 2000.

She has served as an expert witness and consultant on business entity and finance and federal and state securities law matters and is a frequent academic and continuing legal education presenter on business law issues. Professor Heminway also has represented pro bono clients on political asylum applications, landlord/tenant appeals, social security/disability cases, and not-for-profit incorporations and related business law issues. Read More