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Crox Consulting Inc

D&O lines claims

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$140K/yr

Requirements Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor preferred. 7+ years of experience in the insurance/legal profession dealing specifically with FLPL claims. Experience handling primary private and ...

Empower LLC

$152 - $220/hr

Juris Doctor preferred* 10+ years of progressive compliance experience supporting investment advisers, registered funds, asset management, or broker-dealer businesses* 5+ years of people leadership ...

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US Judicial Branch

Circuit Executive

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is preferred; however, a post-graduate degree in business, public or judicial administration, combined with substantial court administration experience, may be ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for juris doctor preferred in the United States is $119,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Juris Doctor (JD) Preferred job is a position that does not require a law license but benefits from legal training. Employers seek candidates with a JD for their analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. These roles are often found in compliance, policy, consulting, and corporate management. While practicing law is not required, the legal knowledge gained from a JD program can provide a competitive edge.

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To thrive in a Juris Doctor Preferred role, candidates typically require a law degree (JD), strong legal research and writing abilities, and a sound understanding of relevant laws and regulations. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, case management software, and, in some cases, bar admission are valuable assets. Outstanding analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals excel, especially when interacting with clients or multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are essential to interpret complex legal issues, produce high-quality work, and support the organization's legal compliance and objectives.

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Positions with 'Juris Doctor Preferred' often involve conducting legal research, drafting documents, reviewing contracts or policies, and advising colleagues on compliance or risk management issues. While not all such roles require bar admission, they value the advanced analytical and problem-solving skills developed in law school. You may also collaborate closely with in-house counsel, business units, or external partners to address legal questions and ensure organizational objectives are met. The exact duties can vary depending on the industry, but strong communication, organization, and the ability to interpret legal information are key to success in this type of position.

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Infographic showing various Juris Doctor Preferred job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $119,188 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Part-time Faculty, Juris Doctor and Course Development

National University System

Remote

$34.03 - $44.35/hr

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Compensation Range:
Hourly: $34.03 - $44.35
National University - San Diego, California
Part-time Faculty: Juris Doctor and Course Development
Location: Remote, USA
National University is a veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible higher education to adult learners. Today, we educate a diverse student body from across the U.S. and around the globe, with more than 230,000 alumni worldwide. Our three schools and three colleges offer more than 200 accredited and licensed graduate and undergraduate programs. National University holds accreditation through the Western Senior College and Universities Commission (WSCUC).
Position Summary
The JFK School of Law in the College of Law and Public Service invites applications for part-time faculty in the Juris Doctor program with experience in course development for JD programs, JD-level curricula, or attorney training. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of, or potential for excellence in, teaching in their field and a commitment to serving the university's diverse adult student body. This position primarily works closely with the Associate Dean, Academic Program Director, and other faculty within the program and contributes to ensuring program quality, student engagement, and success.
Essential Functions
  • Provide substantive, timely feedback to students on various assessment activities.
  • Maintain a positive, safe, inclusive student-centric learning environment.
  • Complete required tasks on deadlines (e.g., final grades, assessment, grading rubrics, input for grade appeals, etc.)
  • Maintain appropriate professional training and/or scholarly activities, when applicable.
  • Provide feedback to the course lead regarding the course content.
  • Identify at-risk students and collaborate with student services.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution
  • Background in legal doctrine and practice along with experience in JD program or JD-level instruction or presentation on legal topics
  • Ability to create substantive course content
  • Proficiency in the use of technology preferably in the delivery of legal education

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with the online delivery of education and the systems that support it
  • 2+ years of online teaching experience especially in a JD program or at a JD level.
  • Curriculum development experience

For full consideration, interested candidates should provide the following:
  • A cover letter.
  • A curriculum vita.
  • Statement of teaching experience online and/or onsite for a diverse student body

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate's qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University's total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the "whole you" with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For part-time positions, please click here.
National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.

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