Drake University Law School - General civil practice clinic-visiting faculty position
DRAKE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL invites applications for a Visiting Faculty position (Assistant, Associate, or Full – rank commensurate with qualifications and experience) to direct and teach its General Civil Practice Clinic. The Visiting Professor will supervise law students in the direct representation of clients across a range of civil legal matters, manage clinic operations and case selection, and lead a companion seminar focused on lawyering skills, ethical practice, professional identity formation, and critical reflection. The position is a two-year visiting position beginning on July 1, 2026, with the possibility of an additional one-year appointment thereafter.
Applicants must possess a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in Iowa or eligible for admission. Preference will be given to individuals with prior teaching experience, or substantial practice experience in civil legal services, or similar public interest work. We welcome applications from current law faculty, experienced practitioners, and other highly qualified candidates.
Drake University Law School sustains a vibrant intellectual culture, and Des Moines has been recognized as one of the top ten Best Places to Live (US News) and Best Places for Business and Careers (Forbes), with a robust and growing economy (Wall Street Journal). The Law School features innovative and nationally recognized programs in agricultural law, constitutional law, legal writing, and practical training. Founded in 1971, the Drake Legal Clinic is a cornerstone of our mission to prepare students to become ethical, skilled advocates.
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please email (1) a letter of interest, (2) a CV/resume, and (3) the names and contact information of at least three references to Associate Professor Nickole Miller, Chair, Visitor Hiring Committee, Drake University Law School at nickole.miller@drake.edu. Alternatively, apply on the Drake University career portal: https://jobs.drake.edu/jobs/visiting-faculty-position-and-director-of-the-general-civil-practice-clinic-100010.
Those newer to clinical teaching are encouraged to review the AALS Becoming a Law Teacher webpage available at https://teach.aals.org/clinical/ and the Handbook for New Clinical Teachers published by the Clinical Legal Education Association available at https://www.cleaweb.org/new-clinicians.