Teach courses in law. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
SOC: 25-1112.00
Common Job Titles
Associate Professor
Instructor
Law Professor
Professor
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeEvaluate complex legal arguments and judicial opinions in advanced law courses, applying constitutional principles and statutory interpretation frameworks.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze case law, statutes, and legal precedents to prepare comprehensive course materials and illustrate doctrinal evolution.
Advanced
KnowledgeDesign curriculum and pedagogical strategies for legal education integrating Socratic method, problem-based learning, and clinical experiences.
Advanced
MindsetModel ethical legal practice and professional responsibility standards when mentoring law students and guiding career development.
Advanced
KnowledgeSynthesize interdisciplinary knowledge from law, philosophy, and social sciences to explain legal theory and policy implications in scholarly research.
Advanced
KnowledgeInterpret evolving legal doctrines and regulatory frameworks for students in classroom lectures and Socratic questioning sessions.
Advanced
KnowledgeAssess student legal reasoning and written analysis through examinations, memoranda, and oral arguments in simulated proceedings.
Proficient
MindsetEngage diverse student perspectives in legal discourse facilitating inclusive classroom dialogue on controversial legal issues.
Proficient
KnowledgeDevelop innovative instructional materials and legal simulations using learning management systems and legal research databases such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate for access to justice and legal education reform through scholarly publications, public engagement, and institutional service.
Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Law Teachers, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
22,800
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $58,330. 25th percentile: U.S. $84,540. 50th percentile: U.S. $126,650. 75th percentile: U.S. $173,580. 90th percentile: U.S. $239,200. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$58,330
10% of workers earn the following or more
$239,200+
Workers on average earn
$139,950
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Law and Government4.9/5
English Language4.7/5
Education and Training4.4/5
Computers and Electronics3.3/5
Communications and Media3.3/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Google Docs
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
ACD Systems Canvas
AbacusNext HotDocs
Blackboard Learn
CT Summation iBlaze
Calendar and scheduling software
Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction CALI Author
Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction CALI Classcaster
