Opinion 23-233

February 1, 2024

Facts/Issue:    A full-time judge asks if it is ethically permissible to serve as an adjunct professor at a law school.

Discussion:     We have advised that a full-time judge may teach law-related classes for compensation at a college or university, provided that such teaching does not conflict with the proper performance of judicial duties.

Conclusion:     A full-time judge may serve as an adjunct professor at a law school.

Authorities:    Opinions 19-143; 09-73; 92-05.