Adjunct Professor - Law

The University of Illinois College of Law in Urbana-Champaign is one of the oldest law schools in the country, with an accomplished and influential faculty, a smart and collegial student body, and a strong alumni network. In addition to its full-time faculty, the College of Law regularly employs distinguished lawyers and academics as adjunct professors. The College of Law is currently accepting applications for all areas of the law, but has particular needs for the following specialties:

1) Criminal Procedure

3) European Labor Law

Classes will meet in the Law Building in Champaign, typically once or twice per week between mid-January and early May.

A JD (or its equivalent) and two or more years of legal experience are required; prior teaching experience and a current law license are strongly preferred.

Appointment Information:
These are five to ten percent Academic positions appointed for the Spring 2027 semester. The anticipated start date is in January 2027. Salary is between $3000 and $8000, depending on credit hours. These positions are not eligible for University benefits. The duties of this position support visa sponsorship.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 7, 2026.

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Founded in 1867 as Illinois's flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes.

The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career - along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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