Public Interest Environmental Law Summer Student (Ottawa)

Ecojustice; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public interest environmental law firm in Ottawa is seeking a summer law student for a contract position to assist in legal research and litigation support. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on environmental law issues and contribute to the mission of protecting the environment. Candidates must be currently enrolled in law school and have a demonstrated interest in environmental law. This position is exclusively available to uOttawa law students.

Benefits

Paid personal life organization time

Flexible leave policies

Learning opportunities in diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in public interest environmental law.
• Familiarity with environmental and administrative law.
• Ability to conduct legal and policy research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal memoranda in environmental law.
• Conduct legal research and provide litigation support.
• Respond to public inquiries about environmental law.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Interest in environmental law

Collaboration with equity-deserving groups

Proficiency in French

Education

Currently enrolled in Law School

Job description

A public interest environmental law firm in Ottawa is seeking a summer law student for a contract position to assist in legal research and litigation support. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on environmental law issues and contribute to the mission of protecting the environment. Candidates must be currently enrolled in law school and have a demonstrated interest in environmental law. This position is exclusively available to uOttawa law students.