Assistant Adjunct Clinical Law Professor/Adjunct Clinical Law Professor

About This Role

This full-time position in the Environmental Law Clinic involves teaching and supervising second- and third-year law students, designing curriculum, and providing direct representation to clients. The role suits an experienced attorney with a background in U.S. state and/or federal environmental and natural resources laws.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Clinic Director in developing and managing the Clinic’s docket and advocacy projects
• Teach and supervise second- and third-year law students in the Clinic
• Teach and design the curriculum and the clinical course seminar
• Meet and consult with prospective Clinic clients
• Conduct outreach and community education
• Provide direct representation to ELC clients

Requirements

• J.D. or equivalent law degree from an American Bar Association-approved law school
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of California, or a member in good standing of the Bar of another state
• Minimum 5 years practical legal experience with U.S. state and/or federal environmental and/or natural resources law
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with demonstrated attention to detail
• Experience working successfully in a busy and dynamic legal office setting with minimal direct supervision and the ability to work autonomously
• Ability to manage diverse activities and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage, including working independently on, a demanding case load
• Ability to work in a highly-collaborative manner with a diverse client group, staff, and law students
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of social contexts
• Humility in working with colleagues and clients, and individuals of all identities, experiences, and perspectives
• Solid knowledge of legal research computer applications, document sharing technology and research tools

Nice to have:

• Self-directed, with an ability to anticipate what needs to be done
• Experience with, or strong interest in, law student supervision and training
• Experience with, or strong interest in, clinical teaching and pedagogy
• Career intention to practice in public interest, public sector, and/or clinical law setting
• Depending on the area of environmental law, being a member in good standing of the State Bar of California who may qualify as a “Supervising Attorney” under California Rule of Court 9.42 (a)(4)

Important Details

• Start date: August 10, 2026, or soon thereafter