Post Graduate Fellowship Opportunity
About The Position
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland (Legal Aid) invites applications from third-year law students (graduating in 2027) and individuals completing judicial clerkships in 2027 who are interested in pursuing post-graduate public interest fellowships. Selected applicants will receive Legal Aid’s support as a host organization for competitive fellowship programs, including the Skadden Fellowship, the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation Fellowship, and Equal Justice Works Fellowships. Applicants with a strong interest in any area of civil law serving low-income individuals and vulnerable populations are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited law school in 2027 or completion of a judicial clerkship in 2027
- Commitment to public service and advancing access to justice
- Eligibility for the Ohio Bar Exam in 2027, or current admission in Ohio
- Cultural competency and experience working with diverse communities
- Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Initiative and strong problem-solving skills
- A 1–2 page cover letter outlining a proposed fellowship project focused on civil legal aid
- A current resume
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with low-income communities
- Knowledge of poverty law
- Spanish language proficiency
Responsibilities
- Provide organizational sponsorship for competitive fellowship programs such as Skadden Fellowship, Ohio Access to Justice Foundation Fellowship, and Equal Justice Works Fellowships.
- Support fellows in their pursuit of post-graduate public interest fellowships.
- Engage in civil law serving low-income individuals and vulnerable populations.
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