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Law Clerk – Carnivore Conservation
Center for Biological Diversity. Conduct legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new projects, and drafting official policy comments .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new projects, and drafting official policy comments
- Conduct research and review administrative regulations and other policy proposals
- May present at administrative hearings and observe court arguments or agency proceedings
- Assist with interviewing experts
- Investigate new matters
- Collaborate with coalitions and partners
- Analyze federal and state legislation relating to endangered species, public lands, oceans, energy and pollution
- Track current legislation in Congress relating to the Endangered Species Act, public-land laws, climate and energy laws, marine mammal protection, National Environmental Policy Act and Clean Air Act
- Complete other project work outside of the program as needed to meet changing organizational priorities
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
- Work with experienced attorneys who provide supervision, training, and mentorship
Requirements
What you’ll need- 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
- 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/or administrative law preferred
- Scientific literacy preferred
- Creativity and motivation
- Ability to complete all physical requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Applicants will be considered regardless of current work authorization
Benefits
Comp & perks- 403(b) plan
- Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
- Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code