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About Hofstra
At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge
Position Number 896288
School/Division School of Law
Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time
Description
The mission of the Maurice A. Deane School of Law is to prepare, challenge and inspire our students to make a difference in the world while we advance important ideas through the legal academy, the profession and society — making an impact of our own. Since 1970, Hofstra Law has provided more than 13,000 students with an education rich in both the theory and experiential skills needed to produce outstanding lawyers, business executives, and community leaders.
The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for an opening for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge position commencing in either the Summer of 2026 or Fall of 2026. This position will be on a year-to-year renewable contract.
Building on a long-established history of preparing, challenging, and inspiring its students to make an impact in their communities through its clinics, practicums, and pro-bono programs, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University has operated a Federal Civil Litigation Practice Clinical Practicum (the “Practicum”) in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York’s Central Islip Courthouse since 2019. The Practicum provides limited scope legal assistance for pro se litigants involved in civil proceedings (excluding cases brought on behalf of incarcerated individuals). The services offered by the Practicum may include:
(1) consultation with pro se litigants before they file a complaint to determine whether their case belongs in the EDNY, consistent with jurisdictional and other procedural considerations;
(2) explanation about timing deadlines for filing required pleadings and forms, as well as instructions for amending pleadings;
(3) assistance in filling out forms and pleadings or responsive pleadings;
(4) guidance about various court rules and practices, including any requirements for specific judges;
(5) advice about requirements and purposes of motions practice and discovery requests and responses, as well as available methods for informal discovery and fact investigation;
(6) assistance with settlement of cases;
(7) identification and screening of cases that may be appropriate for referral to pro bono legal service providers;
(8) referral to social services organizations and relevant alternative-dispute resolution programs; and
(9) production of informational resources for pro se litigants.
No permanent attorney/client relationship is formed and pro se litigants are required to review and give informed, written consent to a limited representation retainer agreement. However, where appropriate, the Practicum may provide recurring assistance to clients on any of the above services.
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge is responsible for overseeing the Practicum and supervising students who volunteer or are enrolled for credit, and for teaching the Federal Civil Practice Skills course that students enrolled in the Practicum must take and other students may take. The Practicum provides services four days a week, both on-site at the Central Islip courthouse, with drop-in hours and scheduled appointments, and via remote consultations. The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge also holds weekly supervision meetings and case rounds at Hofstra Law. Specific duties will include:
(1) responsibility for teaching the Federal Civil Practice Skills course and conducting orientation for the law students who work with the Practicum,
(2) outreach and communication with existing and potential community partners and referral sources, including representatives from the EDNY,
(3) oversight of practices and protocols for the Practicum,
(4) drafting grant applications and reports and cultivating sources of support for the Practicum,
(5) collecting, assessing and reporting case data and information,
(6) promoting community engagement and collaborations, including public speaking and written communications about the Practicum,
(7) creation of informational materials for pro se litigants, and
(8) other administrative responsibilities such as maintaining malpractice insurance, case management systems, and a budget for the Practicum.
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge will be encouraged and expected to engage in the life of the Law School. The Law School provides administrative assistance, payment of malpractice insurance coverage and bar dues, as well as office and technological supplies and support for the Program.
Qualifications
- A J.D. degree is required.
- Admitted to practice law in New York State or another jurisdiction and admitted or eligible for admission in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
- A minimum of two years of litigation experience in federal court, especially in relevant areas of pro se practice, including civil rights, discrimination, federal employment claims, as well as the willingness and capacity to self-teach new areas of law and/or legal skills.
- Experience supervising, managing, and/or evaluating legal work of law students and/or new attorneys.
- Demonstrated professional judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to and/or experience with the provision of high-quality legal services to low and moderate-income client communities.
- Excellent writing skills, particularly with respect to federal litigation-related documents.
- Solid understanding of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Experience in law office and case management.
- Commitment to teaching, training, and mentorship of law students, including ability to instill reflective practice and provide constructive feedback.
- Sensitivity to ethical issues and ability to analyze the rules of professional responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Fluency in a language other than English is preferred.
Special Instructions
Applications should be submitted electronically and include the following:
- A letter of application
- CV
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
Successful candidates will be required to provide official academic transcripts and professional letters of recommendation.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Due to volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted to participate in additional application processes as specific needs arise.
Deadline Open until filled
Tenure Track No
Date Posted 04/23/2026
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range
- Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
Position Details
Position Information
About Hofstra
At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge
Position Number 896288
School/Division School of Law
Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time
Description
The mission of the Maurice A. Deane School of Law is to prepare, challenge and inspire our students to make a difference in the world while we advance important ideas through the legal academy, the profession and society — making an impact of our own. Since 1970, Hofstra Law has provided more than 13,000 students with an education rich in both the theory and experiential skills needed to produce outstanding lawyers, business executives, and community leaders.
The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for an opening for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge position commencing in either the Summer of 2026 or Fall of 2026. This position will be on a year-to-year renewable contract.
Building on a long-established history of preparing, challenging, and inspiring its students to make an impact in their communities through its clinics, practicums, and pro-bono programs, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University has operated a Federal Civil Litigation Practice Clinical Practicum (the “Practicum”) in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York’s Central Islip Courthouse since 2019. The Practicum provides limited scope legal assistance for pro se litigants involved in civil proceedings (excluding cases brought on behalf of incarcerated individuals). The services offered by the Practicum may include:
(1) consultation with pro se litigants before they file a complaint to determine whether their case belongs in the EDNY, consistent with jurisdictional and other procedural considerations;
(2) explanation about timing deadlines for filing required pleadings and forms, as well as instructions for amending pleadings;
(3) assistance in filling out forms and pleadings or responsive pleadings;
(4) guidance about various court rules and practices, including any requirements for specific judges;
(5) advice about requirements and purposes of motions practice and discovery requests and responses, as well as available methods for informal discovery and fact investigation;
(6) assistance with settlement of cases;
(7) identification and screening of cases that may be appropriate for referral to pro bono legal service providers;
(8) referral to social services organizations and relevant alternative-dispute resolution programs; and
(9) production of informational resources for pro se litigants.
No permanent attorney/client relationship is formed and pro se litigants are required to review and give informed, written consent to a limited representation retainer agreement. However, where appropriate, the Practicum may provide recurring assistance to clients on any of the above services.
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge is responsible for overseeing the Practicum and supervising students who volunteer or are enrolled for credit, and for teaching the Federal Civil Practice Skills course that students enrolled in the Practicum must take and other students may take. The Practicum provides services four days a week, both on-site at the Central Islip courthouse, with drop-in hours and scheduled appointments, and via remote consultations. The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge also holds weekly supervision meetings and case rounds at Hofstra Law. Specific duties will include:
(1) responsibility for teaching the Federal Civil Practice Skills course and conducting orientation for the law students who work with the Practicum,
(2) outreach and communication with existing and potential community partners and referral sources, including representatives from the EDNY,
(3) oversight of practices and protocols for the Practicum,
(4) drafting grant applications and reports and cultivating sources of support for the Practicum,
(5) collecting, assessing and reporting case data and information,
(6) promoting community engagement and collaborations, including public speaking and written communications about the Practicum,
(7) creation of informational materials for pro se litigants, and
(8) other administrative responsibilities such as maintaining malpractice insurance, case management systems, and a budget for the Practicum.
The Visiting Assistant Professor of Law and Attorney-in-Charge will be encouraged and expected to engage in the life of the Law School. The Law School provides administrative assistance, payment of malpractice insurance coverage and bar dues, as well as office and technological supplies and support for the Program.
Qualifications
- A J.D. degree is required.
- Admitted to practice law in New York State or another jurisdiction and admitted or eligible for admission in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
- A minimum of two years of litigation experience in federal court, especially in relevant areas of pro se practice, including civil rights, discrimination, federal employment claims, as well as the willingness and capacity to self-teach new areas of law and/or legal skills.
- Experience supervising, managing, and/or evaluating legal work of law students and/or new attorneys.
- Demonstrated professional judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to and/or experience with the provision of high-quality legal services to low and moderate-income client communities.
- Excellent writing skills, particularly with respect to federal litigation-related documents.
- Solid understanding of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Experience in law office and case management.
- Commitment to teaching, training, and mentorship of law students, including ability to instill reflective practice and provide constructive feedback.
- Sensitivity to ethical issues and ability to analyze the rules of professional responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Fluency in a language other than English is preferred.
Special Instructions
Applications should be submitted electronically and include the following:
- A letter of application
- CV
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
Successful candidates will be required to provide official academic transcripts and professional letters of recommendation.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Due to volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted to participate in additional application processes as specific needs arise.
Deadline Open until filled
Tenure Track No
Date Posted 04/23/2026
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range
- Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in In House Counsel
Verify your bar admission and equivalency
U.S. host employers often require foreign-qualified lawyers to document their home-country bar admission and degree equivalency before finalizing a training plan. Have certified translations and credential evaluations ready before outreach begins.
Target companies with established legal departments
In-house legal teams at mid-size to large corporations are far more equipped to structure a formal J-1 training plan than solo practitioners or boutique firms. Prioritize publicly traded companies, multinationals, and regulated industries like finance, pharma, and technology.
Search J-1-aligned roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for In House Counsel and legal affairs roles at U.S. employers open to international candidates. Narrowing your search by industry and company size helps you identify hosts likely to support a Trainee or Specialist training plan.
Build a training plan before the offer stage
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing a DS-2019. Draft a 12- to 18-month learning objective outline covering substantive legal areas, mentorship structure, and measurable milestones so you and the host employer can align quickly after an offer.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
The J-1 Trainee and Specialist categories may trigger a two-year home-country physical presence requirement, particularly if your program is government-funded or your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Understand the 18-month Trainee program ceiling
The J-1 Trainee category caps participation at 18 months for most legal and business fields. If your training plan requires a longer engagement, you and the host employer must structure the role within that window or explore whether the Specialist category better fits the scope of work.
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Which J-1 program category fits an In House Counsel role?
Most In House Counsel participants enter under the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you've completed your law degree within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant post-degree experience abroad. Specialist applies to established legal professionals with significant expertise in a narrow field. Your designated sponsor makes the final category determination based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an In House Counsel position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring company. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019, approve the training plan, and maintain compliance oversight throughout your stay. The corporation that hires you is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. This distinction matters when negotiating your offer because the host must agree to the sponsor's program terms.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 legal professionals?
Migrate Mate lets you search for In House Counsel and legal affairs roles at U.S. companies that are open to international candidates, which is the most direct way to identify potential host employers. Many corporate legal departments, especially at multinational firms in finance, healthcare, and technology, have prior experience hosting J-1 Trainees and can navigate the training plan process more efficiently than first-time hosts.
Can I practice law as a J-1 Trainee in the United States?
No. The J-1 Trainee program is structured as observational and educational training, not independent legal practice. You cannot represent clients, appear in court, or perform work that requires a U.S. bar license. Permissible activities include legal research, contract review, compliance monitoring, and participation in internal legal operations under direct attorney supervision. The host employer's training plan must reflect this boundary explicitly.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect In House Counsel J-1 participants?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement under INA section 212(e) applies to J-1 participants whose programs are government-financed or whose home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List published by the State Department. If triggered, you must return to your home country for two years before changing to most other nonimmigrant visa categories or applying for a green card. Ask your designated sponsor to confirm your exposure before signing any training agreement.
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