Law School Graduate Fellows and Volunteers

Full-time

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Organization: National Center for Law and Economic Justice (NCLEJ)
Position: Law School Graduate Fellows and Volunteers
Experience: Recent graduates with post graduate public interest fellowships or those wishing to volunteer
Salary: Unpaid, but valuable experience and opportunity to work on complex litigation cases
Location: Remote work possible, but preference for in-person work in New York City office

Introduction:

- NCLEJ is a national leader in using class action litigation to protect the legal rights of low-income families and individuals to public benefits.
- We partner with other public interest groups and the private bar to litigate in federal and state courts across the country.
- Our goal is to hold governmental agencies accountable for their administration of vital programs and improve public benefit delivery to low-income individuals.
- We offer recent graduates the opportunity to participate in various aspects of complex federal and state court litigation.
- Supervision and mentorship is provided by experienced counsel with decades of experience in complex litigation in the public interest, public, and private sectors.

Responsibilities:

- Participate in case planning, pleading and motion drafting, discovery, and (upon occasion) trial.
- Active involvement in major class actions, including conducting depositions, producing discovery questions, briefing substantive motions, and interacting with clients.
- Work on a variety of cases in varying stages of preparation or litigation.

Qualifications:

- Recent law school graduates with post graduate public interest fellowships or those wishing to volunteer.
- Strong interest in public interest work and social justice.
- Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with complex litigation and public benefits is a plus.

Benefits:

- Valuable experience and opportunity to work on complex litigation cases.
- Mentorship and supervision from experienced counsel.
- Exposure to a variety of cases and stages of litigation.
- Potential for growth and advancement within the organization.

How to Apply:

- Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, writing sample, and information on any potential funding sources to .
- Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
- If the applicant is interested in working on specific issues, the organization is open to discussing potential projects.

Conclusion:

NCLEJ is seeking passionate and dedicated law school graduates to join our team and make a difference in the lives of low-income families and individuals. As a nationally recognized leader in class action litigation, we offer a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful impact in the field of public interest law. We welcome applicants with post graduate public interest fellowships and those looking to volunteer their time and skills. Join us in our mission to protect and promote the legal rights of those in need.

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Legal research, case planning, pleading and motion drafting, discovery, trial preparation, client interactions, case management, advocacy, writing, communication, attention to detail.

Law degree from accredited institution.

Send cover letter, resume, references, writing sample, and funding information (if applicable) to .

Qualification and Experience Law degree from accredited institution, admission to state bar (preferred), previous experience in public interest or complex litigation (preferred).

Legal