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Americans United for Separation of Church and StatePosted 2 months ago

2027–29 Constitutional Litigation Fellowship

$83,640–$109,777 year

RemoteCalifornia, United States or New York, United States

Full TimeEntry LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeSmall

Job Summary

Two-year Constitutional Litigation Fellowship focused on advancing church-state separation through impact litigation. Responsibilities include drafting briefs and pleadings, client interaction, witness interviews, discovery and settlement negotiations, screening complaints, and potential depositions and in-court examinations. Training to develop trial and appellate litigation skills, with pathways to clerking or roles in public-interest organizations. Opportunities to participate in oral arguments and public speaking, under supervision of experienced litigators. Eligible candidates are third-year law students, recent graduates, or judicial clerks with a strong commitment to public interest and civil-rights/First Amendment issues, and a demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities. Compensation ranges from $83,640 to $109,777.50 annually, with remote work allowed across specified states and occasional in-person visits to Washington, DC.

Required Qualifications

  • Third-year law students
  • Recent law-school graduates
  • Judicial clerks
  • Commitment to advancing public interest and separation of religion and government
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Ability to handle litigation before trial and appellate courts
  • Willingness to participate in depositions, oral arguments, and public speaking

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