Law Fellow: Veterans & Elder Rights Advocate (Hybrid)

AARP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

AARP’s Legal Counsel for the Elderly seeks a Pickering Law Fellow for Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 in Washington, DC. The fellow conducts legal research, interviews clients, and supports veterans advocacy and public benefits work under attorney supervision.

The role involves casework, outreach, and documentation in a busy clinic setting, with a strong emphasis on civil law and veterans benefits. Veterans and spouses of veterans may be served, and the fellowship lasts through Spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 1 year completed at an accredited law school and remain academically enrolled throughout the fellowship.
• A demonstrated interest in public interest law.
• Current or former military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs case work under the supervision of an attorney, including gathering facts and evidence, searching records and documents, requesting records, conducting research, and/or contacting potential clients and witnesses to gather information
• Conducts legal research, writes legal memoranda, and assists with client work on individual case representation, systemic issues, or special projects
• Maintains accurate, contemporaneous, and complete records and notes in the case management system concerning cases handled
• Prepares educational materials and participates in clinics, community outreach, and workshops as requested
• Assists with the provision of legal information through speaking engagements, workshops, self-help seminars, and other ways to inform the public of our services
• Provides additional litigation support as required
• Incumbent(s) in this position may perform all or a significant combination of duties depending on the designated operational assignment

Skills

Legal research

Client interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree

1 year law school

Job description

AARP’s Legal Counsel for the Elderly seeks a Pickering Law Fellow for Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 in Washington, DC. The fellow conducts legal research, interviews clients, and supports veterans advocacy and public benefits work under attorney supervision.

The role involves casework, outreach, and documentation in a busy clinic setting, with a strong emphasis on civil law and veterans benefits. Veterans and spouses of veterans may be served, and the fellowship lasts through Spring 2027.