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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal writing professor in the United States is $165,536.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $176,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Legal Writing Professor teaches law students essential skills in legal analysis, research, and writing. They design and deliver courses focused on drafting legal documents, such as memos, briefs, and motions, while emphasizing clarity, precision, and persuasive argumentation. These professors often provide detailed feedback on student work and may also conduct legal writing workshops or contribute to scholarship in the field. Many hold law degrees and have prior experience in legal practice. Their goal is to prepare students for effective communication in legal settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Legal Writing Professor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Legal Writing Professor, you generally need a Juris Doctor (JD), experience in legal practice or legal writing, and a strong grasp of legal research and writing pedagogy. Familiarity with digital teaching platforms, citation management software (like The Bluebook), and learning management systems (LMS) is commonly expected. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and organizational skills set exceptional candidates apart in this academic environment. These capabilities are crucial for effectively instructing students, guiding them to develop practical legal writing abilities, and maintaining high pedagogical standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Legal Writing Professor?

As a Legal Writing Professor, your daily responsibilities often include preparing and delivering lectures or workshops on legal writing, designing assignments and assessments, and providing detailed feedback on student work. You are also likely to hold office hours for one-on-one student meetings, participate in curriculum development, and collaborate with fellow faculty to ensure consistency and rigor in the legal writing program. Additionally, you may engage in professional development, attend faculty meetings, and serve on academic committees, all of which contribute to a dynamic and collaborative academic work environment.

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Infographic showing various Legal Writing Professor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,536 per year, or $79.6 per hour.
Antitrust - Managing Editor, Antitrust Law Journal (JD required)

Antitrust - Managing Editor, Antitrust Law Journal (JD required)

American Bar Association

Chicago, IL • On-site

$78K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.
The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.
The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA's wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.
Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The Managing Editor is responsible for the day-to-day logistics of producing the Antitrust Law Journal, as well as providing academic rigor, substantive accuracy, and quality control for articles in the editing pipeline and participating in the development and final production of articles for publication--a process that spans submission, peer review, editing, cite checking, typesetting, and production.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
-Manage submission process, including communicating with submitters, checking conflicts information on submitted articles; assigning peer reviewers for submissions; assessing referee comments; corresponding with referees; discussing referee reports with editors; and preparing draft emails for submission acceptances and rejections.
-Manage development and progress of articles through the editing process, including tracking and reporting on status of articles; communicating with editorial board by email and at meetings; participating in regular conference calls; assigning primary editors and intermediate editors for each article, communicating with authors and editors; and reviewing primary and intermediate edits of articles
-Manage fact- and cite-checking process for each article through review of all citations for: (a) academic rigor; (b) fair characterization of cited material and quotations; and (c) correct interpretation of data and quantitative analyses.
-Prepare final articles for typesetting and printing by managing review of proofs by authors and editors and communicating with vendors.
-Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
-Possession of a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, with at least one law school course in antitrust, and a working knowledge of at least basic economics.
-Lawyer or law professor with at least 3 years of practice, including an emphasis on antitrust, and significant legal writing experience and law review experience.
Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience
-Previous publishing experience in writing and/or editing specialized legal books, periodicals, or law reviews.
The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 312-988-5188.

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