Interested in Becoming a Law Professor?

    Benjamin P. Edwards
    A good law professor will invest hours helping students to learn the law.

    A good law professor will invest hours helping students to learn the law.

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    Since the Great Recession, careers in teaching law have changed, much like law practice itself. This piece cannot tell you everything you need to know about becoming a law professor, but it may help you consider if teaching is right for you. 

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