Fall 2027 Legal Fellowship: Reproductive Freedom Project

ACLU - National Office; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 96,069 - 120,009; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time-off

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401k plan with employer match

Professional development funds

Job summary

The ACLU - National Office is seeking a Legal Fellow for the Reproductive Freedom Project in New York. This position provides sponsorship opportunities for law students and graduates, emphasizing a commitment to public interest law and civil liberties. The role is hybrid, requiring two days in-office per week.

Successful candidates will have strong legal research skills and the ability to draft various legal documents. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in New York, NY, or agreement to become admitted within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and civil liberties.
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and develop litigation theories.
• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Engage with litigation teams and manage summer internship program.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting legal documents

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. by spring 2027

Job description

The ACLU - National Office is seeking a Legal Fellow for the Reproductive Freedom Project in New York. This position provides sponsorship opportunities for law students and graduates, emphasizing a commitment to public interest law and civil liberties. The role is hybrid, requiring two days in-office per week.

Successful candidates will have strong legal research skills and the ability to draft various legal documents. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and 401k matching.