Corporate - General Attorney in Berkeley, CA

Academic

Berkeley, CA

Corporate - General Attorney in Berkeley, CA

Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Lecturer - Business Law - School of Law

Job Responsibilities:

The role of a Lecturer in Business Law at a reputed firm includes key teaching responsibilities that contribute to the academic rigor and intellectual diversity of the institution. The successful candidate will be expected to:

- Prepare and develop course materials, including the syllabus.
- Maintain a course website for students to access resources and updates.
- Hold regular office hours to provide student support and guidance.
- Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
- Assign grades in accordance with academic standards.
- Advise students on academic and career-related matters.
- Contribute to the diversity and equal opportunity initiatives in higher education through teaching practices.

The position may involve teaching a variety of courses within the business law discipline, such as business associations, securities regulation, mergers & acquisitions, governance, antitrust, financial regulation, corporate and venture finance, ESG and business in society, bankruptcy, real estate law, international business transactions, law and economics, and other relevant subjects. Courses may be lecture-based or experiential, depending on the specific needs of the department.

Education and Experience Information:

Basic Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree is required at the time of application.

Additional Qualifications:
- By the start date, candidates must possess a ., ., ., or Master's degree, or an equivalent international degree. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree combined with a minimum of five years of professional experience are also eligible.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in a United States law school with outstanding student and peer evaluations.
- Over five years of legal practice experience in the United States or another jurisdiction, specifically in the area of Business Law.

Salary Information:

The salary range for the position of Lecturer in Business Law at a reputed firm is guided by the UC academic salary scales. The current full-time salary range for these positions spans from $68,247 to $192,040. The percentage of time for the position can vary from 5% to 100%, generally indicating part-time engagements.

Application and Review Process:

The application window is open from February 21, 2025, to February 21, 2026. The most recent review date is March 7, 2025, and applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled. Appointments for the fall semester are typically reviewed in January, while those for the spring semester are reviewed in July. Interested candidates must submit a new application if they wish to be considered after the final deadline.

Applicants must include the following documents:

- A current Curriculum Vitae.
- A Statement of Teaching addressing the alignment of the proposed course with the candidate’s legal work or practice, pedagogical approach, and any previous teaching experience in law schools.
- A Course of Interest proposal, aligning with the specialized pool subject matter.
- A Statement on Contributions to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, although this is optional, it is considered in the evaluation process.

Top candidates may be requested to provide teaching evaluations and letters of reference. Two references with contact information are required.

Legal and Institutional Requirements:

As part of the employment conditions at a reputed firm, candidates must comply with University policies and collective bargaining agreements, which may be amended over time. Compliance with federal, state, or local government directives may also be required.

Candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years concerning misconduct, ongoing investigations, or any previous employment separations due to alleged misconduct. Misconduct includes violations of policies or laws related to sexual harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.