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Animal Legal Defense Fund

Litigation Program Clerkship

Animal Legal Defense Fund

. Conduct legal and factual research .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and writing skills, with the ability to adapt communication style for diverse audiences. Exhibits a commitment to animal advocacy and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

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Legal ResearchLegal WritingAnimal Law FamiliarityExcellent Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills
Legal ResearchLegal WritingAnimal Law Familiarity
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPositive AttitudeTeamworkTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft SuiteComputer Access
Certifications & Qualifications
Current 2L or LLM Student at ABA Accredited Law School
Industry Keywords
Animal AdvocacyLitigationCivil CasesConfidentialityNetworking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct legal and factual research
  • Prepare legal and other written work products
  • Work with Animal Legal Defense Fund attorneys to develop new civil cases
  • Participate in Litigation Program meetings with attorneys
  • Attend hearings, oral arguments, and other events throughout the summer when possible
  • Complete assignments across a variety of animal law issues and areas of law
  • Participate in scheduled networking and engagement activities
  • Work on projects that further the program’s current work and advance the organization’s mission and goals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Current 2L (or part-time program equivalent) or LLM student at an ABA accredited law school
  • Eligibility to work in the United States
  • Sincere interest in animal advocacy
  • Superior legal research and writing skills, including ability to tailor voice and style to various audiences
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work cooperatively in a mission-driven, team-oriented work environment
  • Willingness to accept a variety of assignments within the expanding field of animal law
  • Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and remotely
  • Ability to use discretion, keeping in mind confidential and emotional aspects of the work
  • Access to a computer with internet and Microsoft Suite
  • Familiarity with animal law preferred
  • Personal United States address required
  • Must work primarily from the personal United States address

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Paid holidays
  • Academic credit may be available for approved externships, determined by the law school
  • Pro bono credits or public interest stipends may be available for student volunteer positions
  • Opportunity to work remotely
  • Training by experts in animal law
  • Networking and engagement activities across the organization
  • Attendance at hearings, oral arguments, and other events may be encouraged