Law Clerk Fall 2026 (Florida & Caribbean)
Center for Biological Diversity•Florida or Caribbean preferred, FL
•$18•Remote
About The Position
The Center for Biological Diversity’s Florida & Caribbean office seeks a diligent and enthusiastic Law Clerk with a demonstrated interest in public interest environmental law to assist program attorneys with work to protect terrestrial, aquatic, and marine species and their habitat in Florida and the Caribbean.
Requirements
- Must be a student entering 2L, 3L, or LLM courses in Fall 2026
- Strong research and writing skills
- Comfort with independent and self-motivated work
- Familiarity with environmental and administrative law preferred
- Background in environmental or biological studies or related experience preferred
- Full-time commitment preferred
Responsibilities
- Research and draft filings and petitions (e.g., notices of intent to sue, complaints, briefs, declarations, regulatory petitions);
- Draft formal comments in response to federal, state, and local agency proposals;
- Assist with interviewing experts;
- Investigate new matters;
- Collaborate with coalitions and partners;
- Advocate orally before federal, state, and local agencies (as opportunities arise);
- Observe court arguments and hearings (as opportunities arise);
- Assist with preparing creative media and educational materials for campaigns (as opportunities arise);
- Complete other project work outside of the program as needed to meet changing organizational priorities;
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 403(b) plan
- Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
- Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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