Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowship Program

The Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowship Program offers Fellowships for public interest lawyers from across the United States who are committed to advancing women's rights throughout their careers.  During the Fellowship year, participants gain invaluable experience by working on women's issues in Washington, D.C. with a public interest organization or governmental agency and by participating in educational and professional development opportunities provided by WLPPFP.  

 

The deadline for applications for the 2009-2010 Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowship Program is October 31, 2008.

 

Applicants must be graduates of law schools accredited by the American Bar Association, and must show a demonstrated commitment to advancing women's rights throughout their careers.  Applications must be postmarked in Fall, and early applications are encouraged.  Fellowship selections will be conducted in late spring.  Depending on the availability of funds, approximately six applicants will be awarded Women's Law and Public Policy Fellowships, which will carry a stipend of about $37,500. The placement organizations employ the Fellows and provide standard fringe benefits. WLPPFP may also be able to offer a limited number of Fellowships to public interest lawyers focusing on women's rights who have already obtained positions working in the Washington, DC area.  These Fellowships would provide the opportunity to participate in all WLPPFP seminars, professional development training, and networking events.

 

For more information and to apply, see the following link: http://www.law.georgetown.edu/wlppfp/USProgram/index.html

ACLU Fellowship

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) invites candidates to apply for the Marvin M. Karpatkin Fellowship in Civil Liberties beginning in September 2009.

 

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITES:

The Karpatkin Fellow will work full-time for one year in the Racial Justice Program of the national office of the American Civil Liberties Union in New York City. The Fellow will work on a range of civil liberties issues with a primary focus on racial justice. Among other issues, the docket of the ACLU's Racial Justice Program includes civil challenges to the inadequate provision of indigent criminal defense, racial profiling, disparate educational opportunities and disproportionate imposition of school discipline, juvenile justice, and healthcare. The ACLU is also deeply engaged in issues of civil liberties and security after 9/11, and the Fellow may be involved in these issues, particularly as they intersect with racial justice initiatives.

 

The Karpatkin Fellow functions as part of the ACLU's litigation team and, depending on need, may be asked to: provide legal research and analysis; develop theories to support new litigation projects; draft pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs; interview witnesses and potential plaintiffs; participate in discovery and trial practice;

provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys; and supervise student interns. The Fellow also may be asked to engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences.

 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to public interest law, and must possess excellent research, writing and communication skills. Applicants should be self-motivated, hard working, and have the proven ability to work with a wide range of people. Third-year law students and recent graduates are invited to apply.

 

COMPENSATION:

The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.

 

The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.

 

How to Apply:

Applicants should send a letter, resume, two letters of recommendation and at least one legal writing sample. The application should be sent by email to hrjobs@aclu.org. Reference [LGLF-06 & LGLF-45/ID] in subject line - or by mail to the address listed below.

 

Human Resources

RE: [LGLF-06 & LGLF-45/ID]

American Civil Liberties Union

125 Broad Street, 18th Floor

New York, N.Y. 10004

 

The application deadline is November 1, 2008. Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this opportunity posted.

Children's Legal Project - Miami (Immigration)

Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center (FIAC) is a nationally recognized not-for-profit legal services agency known for its leadership in protecting the basic rights of immigrants. Founded in 1996 to protect and promote the basic human rights of immigrants of all nationalities,

FIAC receives funding from The Florida Bar Foundation (IOTA grants), The Children's Trust and many local and national foundations. The following positions are available at the Miami Office for the Children's Legal Project:

ATTORNEY POSITION:

Bright, committed attorney needed to work with unaccompanied immigrant children. Experience and/or familiarity with pro bono recruitment and immigration and/or juvenile law preferred. The ideal candidate will be energetic, friendly and conscientious. Must have passed a state bar examination (Florida bar preferred) and speak Spanish fluently. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Send resumes to: fax (305) 576-6273; email info@fiacfla.org.

PARALEGAL POSITION:

Paralegal will assist immigrant children in the state foster care system and be responsible for working closely with various government agencies and social service providers. The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic, friendly and responsible. Must be fluent in English and Spanish. An associate or bachelor's degree is required. Send resumes to: fax (305) 576-6273; email info@fiacfla.org.

John Smith Fellowship Programme - Nov. 5

The John Smith Memorial Trust is inviting applications to participate in the John Smith Fellowship Programme 2009.

Applications are welcomed from 1st September 2008 - 5th November 2008.

The application process is administered by the British Council on behalf of the John Smith Memorial Trust. Applications for the 2009 Programme must be completed in English and emailed to your local British Council office as a Microsoft Word document no later than 5th November 2008.

Applications for Russia are administered by the John Smith Memorial Trust.

Fellowships are invited from the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine.

For further information about how to apply please use the links below for your relevant country of application:

Armenia:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/armenia-education-scholarships-john-smith.htm

Azerbaijan:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/azerbaijan-education-study-in-uk-john-smith

Georgia:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/ge-education-scholarship-john-smith-fellowship.htm

Kyrgyzstan:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/kazakhstan-education-funding-john-smith.htm

Moldova:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/ukraine-education-funding-john-smith-moldova.htm

Russia:
http://www.johnsmithmemorialtrust.org/web/site/Programme/HowtoApply-Russia.asp

Ukraine:
http://www.britishcouncil.org/ukraine-education-funding-john-smith.htm

Short-listed candidates are interviewed in-country, and the final selection of Fellows is made by the John Smith Memorial Trust in the UK in mid-February.

Normally, successful candidates are aged between 25 and 35 and in employment at the time of application. Outstanding candidates may be considered even if they do not meet these criteria. Preference is given to applicants working in:

the political process, e.g. in parliament or in a reputable political party/institution; legal services, especially in the field of human rights; journalism/broadcasting; government service (including local government); NGOs with explicit involvement in furthering democracy and social justice,
or encouraging equal rights, democratic access and accountability in government.

For more information and how to apply, see:
http://www.johnsmithmemorialtrust.org/web/site/Programme/how_to_apply.asp
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Special Education Law - Daytona Beach

There are two entry level attorney positions open in special education law at Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida in Daytona Beach. Candidate must speak Spanish.

Please call Rose Marie Archibald, Supervising Attorney, 386-255-6573.