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The University of Pittsburgh School of Law invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach Prison Law and Litigation for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Course Description: PRISON LAW & LITIGATION - LAW 5966 - 3 credits - Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

This course will cover the fundamentals of prison law and litigation. It will consist of a course component and a quasi-clinical component of writing briefs/memos and strategy discussion on complex, actual federal prison litigation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom instruction
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback
• Hold office hours and meet with students
• Communicate with students as needed
• Follow Law School and University policies

Salary: $2,500 per credit

Qualifications: J.D. degree from an accredited law school; significant experience in prison law and litigation; prior teaching or training experience is preferred, but not required.

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