What are the responsibilities and job description for the LSU Law Adjunct (Judicial Writing Simulation) position at LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business?
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Job Posting Title
LSU Law Adjunct (Judicial Writing Simulation)
Position Type
Faculty
Department
LSUAM Law - Department of Student and Academic Affairs (Andrea Beauchamp Carroll (00007216))
Work Location:
0101 Hebert Law Center
Pay Grade
Academic
Job Description
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, PAUL M. HEBERT LAW CENTER seeks to hire an adjunct faculty members for theJudicial Writing Simulation course for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.
Course Description
This is an experiential simulation course that takes students beyond a general understanding of the judge’s role and places them on the bench. The first four hours of class meetings will address the mechanics of opinion writing as well as the ethical rules and practical considerations that guide judges in negotiating with one another, deciding cases, and communicating with the public through opinions. Students will consider the Rhetorical Situation of an appeal from the judge’s perspectives as both audience for appellate arguments and as author of judicial opinions. After the initial classes, students will be divided into “courts” that will be assigned pending Louisiana Supreme Court or United States Supreme Court cases to decide. Students prepare for each class session by reading the briefs assigned in one case per week. They will rotate the role of Chief Justice to give each student an opportunity to lead the discussion and assign the majority opinion. Students may write concurrences and dissents to supplement a shorter majority opinion or to be considered for extra credit.
Education Requirement
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants should have superior academic credentials.
Additional Job Description
Special Instructions:
LSU Law Adjunct (Judicial Writing Simulation)
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, salary ranges, or other details pertaining to the position please contact Misty Gregoire at mgrego1@lsu.edu.
Posting Date
April 23, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled If No Date Specified)
April 30, 2026
Additional Position Information
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N)
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Job Posting Title
LSU Law Adjunct (Judicial Writing Simulation)
Position Type
Faculty
Department
LSUAM Law - Department of Student and Academic Affairs (Andrea Beauchamp Carroll (00007216))
Work Location:
0101 Hebert Law Center
Pay Grade
Academic
Job Description
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, PAUL M. HEBERT LAW CENTER seeks to hire an adjunct faculty members for theJudicial Writing Simulation course for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.
Course Description
This is an experiential simulation course that takes students beyond a general understanding of the judge’s role and places them on the bench. The first four hours of class meetings will address the mechanics of opinion writing as well as the ethical rules and practical considerations that guide judges in negotiating with one another, deciding cases, and communicating with the public through opinions. Students will consider the Rhetorical Situation of an appeal from the judge’s perspectives as both audience for appellate arguments and as author of judicial opinions. After the initial classes, students will be divided into “courts” that will be assigned pending Louisiana Supreme Court or United States Supreme Court cases to decide. Students prepare for each class session by reading the briefs assigned in one case per week. They will rotate the role of Chief Justice to give each student an opportunity to lead the discussion and assign the majority opinion. Students may write concurrences and dissents to supplement a shorter majority opinion or to be considered for extra credit.
Education Requirement
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants should have superior academic credentials.
Additional Job Description
Special Instructions:
LSU Law Adjunct (Judicial Writing Simulation)
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, salary ranges, or other details pertaining to the position please contact Misty Gregoire at mgrego1@lsu.edu.
Posting Date
April 23, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled If No Date Specified)
April 30, 2026
Additional Position Information
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N)
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.