Director of Trial Advocacy

Director of Trial Advocacy

Posting Details Posting Number F2817P Working Title Director of Trial Advocacy Department Law School-General About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Under utilization Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2027 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 09/24/2026 Job Closing Date 10/30/2026 Open until filled No Special Instructions to Applicants.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area.

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Classification Title Academic Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Academic Professional Associate Contract Type Law Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications J.D. from an ABA
-accredited law school. Position Summary The Director of Trial Advocacy leads the School of Law’s trial advocacy program and mock trial competition team. The position oversees advocacy competitions, student development, program operations, and strategic initiatives that enhance the program’s reputation under the supervision of the Director of Advocacy who oversees both the Trial and Appellate Advocacy Programs. The Director teaches trial advocacy and related experiential courses while developing curriculum that prepares students for litigation and dispute-resolution practice.

The Director collaborates with faculty, practitioners, and alumni to provide training and experiential learning opportunities. The Director also contributes to the School of Law through committee service and alumni engagement. The position requires the Director to work frequent evenings and weekends during the academic year. Additional Requirements…