Fellowships

Max 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator

Organization: Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands

Location: Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands

Salary: Dependent on experience and fellowship program

Experience: Minimum of 2 years in public interest legal work

The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal assistance to low income and vulnerable individuals and families. With a strong commitment to public interest legal work, the organization frequently sponsors candidates for prestigious fellowships such as Skadden and Equal Justice Works. LAS also considers sponsoring candidates for other fellowships for which they may be eligible.

Responsibilities:
• Act as the main point of contact for prospective fellowship candidates
• Review and assess candidates' qualifications and commitment to public interest work
• Develop full fellowship proposal in line with LAS's mission and service priorities
• Liaise with fellowship candidate and other agency guidelines to ensure a successful application process
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth integration of fellowship program within the organization

Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public interest legal work
• Strong commitment to working with low income and vulnerable individuals and families
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of fellowship programs and application process is preferred

How to Apply:
To be considered for the Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator position, please email the following documents to at least six months before the fellowship application deadline:
• Resume
• Cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position
• Brief outline of a proposed fellowship project
• Writing sample demonstrating your legal writing skills
• Unofficial law school transcript

LAS is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the community

H1: Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator at Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference in the Community

The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands is seeking a Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator to join our team and help us further our mission of providing legal assistance to those in need. If you have a strong commitment to public interest work and a desire to work with low income and vulnerable individuals and families, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Review and assess prospective fellowship candidates' qualifications and commitment to public interest work
• Develop full proposal for fellowship program in line with our mission and service priorities
• Serve as main point of contact for fellowship candidates and liaise with other departments to ensure successful integration of fellowship program
• Collaborate with fellowship candidate and other agency guidelines to ensure a smooth application process

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public interest legal work
• Strong commitment to working with low income and vulnerable individuals and families
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of fellowship programs and application process is preferred

How to Apply:
To be considered for the Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator position, please email the following documents to at least six months before the fellowship application deadline:
• Resume
• Cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position
• Brief outline of a proposed fellowship project
• Writing sample demonstrating your legal writing skills
• Unofficial law school transcript

Organization: Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
Location: Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
Salary: Dependent on experience and fellowship program

Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the community

Join our team at the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands and make a difference in the lives of those in need. As a Fellowship Sponsorship Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to work with prestigious fellowship programs and help shape the future of our organization. Apply now and be a part of our mission to provide equal access to justice for all.

Not applicable

Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development opportunities

Not specified

Legal research, writing, advocacy, project management, public speaking, community outreach

J.D. from an accredited law school

Email resume, cover letter, writing sample, and law school transcript to

Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school, admission to state bar

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