Family Law - General Attorney / Probate Attorney / Trusts and Estates - General Attorney in University, MS

Academic

University, MS

Family Law - General Attorney / Probate Attorney / Trusts and Estates - General Attorney in University, MS

Attorney

No

Job Title: Visiting Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of the Practice of Law

Job Responsibilities:
The **Members Only** is seeking applications and nominations for at least one visiting professor for the 2025-2026 academic year. The position offers flexibility in terms of duration, allowing for either a one-semester (fall or spring) or a full academic-year visitorship depending on the courses taught. The appointment can be at the rank of Visiting Assistant, Visiting Associate, or Visiting Full Professor, contingent on the candidate's experience.

Alternatively, candidates may be considered for the Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) program, which involves a four-semester residency at the law school from Fall 2025 through Spring 2027. This program provides teaching experience and the opportunity for substantial engagement in research, writing, and other scholarly activities. VAPs can present their work in progress to the faculty and receive feedback and mentoring to prepare for the academic job market. Course loads and teaching schedules are designed with consideration for the job market process.

The primary teaching interests for any visiting professor applicant should include one or both of the following subjects: Wills & Estates (Trusts & Estates) and Family Law.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must possess a . degree from an ABA-accredited law school and demonstrate a commitment to teaching in an environment that emphasizes excellence in teaching and mentoring students. Applicants should have a distinguished academic background and exhibit either great promise or a record of excellence in both scholarship and teaching.

Interview Requirements:
Candidates selected for an interview must inform the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing about any reasonable accommodation needed before the interview date.

Application Procedures:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references through the University of Mississippi's employment site. The position remains open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is reached. Queries and direct applications should be directed to Professor Martin Edwards, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee.

Salary Information:
The document does not provide specific salary information for this position.

Additional Information:
The **Members Only** is recognized as an outstanding public law school that prepares students for the practice of law in a global marketplace. It emphasizes expanding legal knowledge through scholarly research and serving diverse communities. Oxford, Mississippi, the location of the university, is known for its cultural richness and is considered one of the top college towns in the nation.

Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts background investigations for employment applicants. These investigations may include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi ensures equal opportunity in employment practices, education programs, and education activities for all qualified persons. The university complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. The university is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.