Law Student - Public Interest in Portland, OR

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## Job Opportunity at the ****: Law Clerk - Summer 2024

The **** is looking for a full-time Summer 2024 Law Clerk for the Carnivore Conservation Program. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain experience in legal research and writing, and environmental advocacy, particularly in the natural resources area. This position is either remote or located in Portland, Oregon, although many Portland staff are currently working remotely, and may continue working remotely depending on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic.

### Job Responsibilities

The main duties of the Law Clerk will include:

- Conducting legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new cases and drafting official comments to federal or state agencies.
- On occasion, having the opportunity to observe court arguments or attend agency hearings online or in person.

### Essential Skills and Qualifications

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- Strong legal research and writing skills;
- Passionate about protecting wildlife and their habitats;
- Commitment to equity and justice;
- Background or experience in natural resources, environmental, and administrative law and scientific literacy preferred.

### Salary

The salary for this position is .

### Application Process

Applicants should apply online by uploading a cover letter, resume, writing sample (no longer than 10 pages), transcript (unofficial is fine) and two references, as a single document, via the ****'s website. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.

The **** deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth. We are an equal opportunity employer.

## Overview
The **** seeks a full-time Summer 2024 Law Clerk for the Carnivore Conservation Program. This position is either remote or located in Portland, Oregon, although many Portland staff are currently working remotely, and may continue working remotely depending on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Law Clerk will join the Center's carnivore conservation legal team and will support their advocacy efforts, assisting with the Program's work on litigation and administrative advocacy.

### Job Responsibilities

The main duties of the Law Clerk will include:

- Conducting legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new cases and drafting official comments to federal or state agencies.
- On occasion, having the opportunity to observe court arguments or attend agency hearings online or in person.

### Essential Skills and Qualifications

- ;
- Strong legal research and writing skills;
- Passionate about protecting wildlife and their habitats;
- Commitment to equity and justice;
- Background or experience in natural resources, environmental, and administrative law and scientific literacy preferred.

### Salary

The salary for this position is .

### Application Process

Applicants should apply online by uploading a cover letter, resume, writing sample (no longer than 10 pages), transcript (unofficial is fine) and two references, as a single document, via the ****'s website. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and applicants will be notified if they are selected for an interview.

The **** deeply values, and is committed to sustaining and promoting, both biological and cultural diversity. We welcome, embrace and respect diversity of people, identities and cultures. We are committed to fostering an organizational culture of diversity and inclusion. The Center believes staff and board diversity is critical to saving life on Earth. We are an equal opportunity employer.

## Job Opportunity at the ****: Law Clerk - Summer 2024

The **** is offering a fantastic opportunity for a full-time Summer 2024 Law Clerk to join the Carnivore Conservation Program. The successful candidate will have the chance to gain experience in legal research and writing, and environmental advocacy, particularly in the natural resources area. This position is either remote or located in Portland, Oregon, although many Portland staff are currently working remotely, and may continue working remotely depending on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Law Clerk will support the Center's carnivore conservation legal team with their advocacy efforts, assisting with the Program's work on litigation and administrative advocacy. Main duties will include conducting legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new cases and drafting official comments to federal or state agencies. On occasion, the Law Clerk may also have opportunities to observe court arguments or attend agency hearings online or in person.

The successful candidate must be a law student who has completed their first or second year of law school, or a student pursuing their LLM to be eligible. They must also possess strong legal research and writing skills,

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Legal Research and Writing, Environmental Advocacy, Passionate about Protecting Wildlife and their Habitats, Commitment to Equity and Justice

Must be a law student who has completed their first or second year of law school, or a student pursuing their LLM to be eligible

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