Assistant professor legal writing

Job no: 500049

Work type: Faculty - Regular

Location: Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH

Categories: Academic

Title: Assistant Professor, Legal Writing

Department Org: Law-Instruction - 102100

Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP

Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors

Primary Location: MC AC

Job Description:

THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Legal Writing position. The position is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track faculty position with potential for security of position consistent with ABA Standard 405(c). The expected start date is August 2026.


The core responsibilities of this position include teaching a full course load (Lawyering Skills I and Lawyering Skills II), and service to students, the College of Law, the University, and the broader legal community.


The University of Toledo is a comprehensive metropolitan public university with a $750+ million annual budget and graduate programs in Law, Medicine, Engineering, and Pharmacy, among others. The Toledo metropolitan area, with a population of over 650,000, is located on the Western shore of Lake Erie and boasts a world-class art museum, lively cultural scene, popular Triple-A baseball team, and a very affordable cost of living. Filling this position is subject to funding availability and approval of the Provost.


The University of Toledo College of Law welcomes applicants with diverse intellectual and academic viewpoints. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by November 24, 2025. Inquiries can be directed to Professor Shelley Cavalieri, Chair, Appointments Committee at [email protected].


Please provide a letter of application, current curriculum vitae and names of three reference contacts upon submission.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required qualifications include: a juris doctor or equivalent with an outstanding academic record, potential to be an excellent educator and demonstrated experience in legal writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of experience practicing or delivering writing or other instruction in an academic institution or law firm is preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [email protected] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.

Advertised: 28 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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