Public Defender Clinic Fellow: Teaching & Defense

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University College of Law invites applications for a one-year Public Defender Clinic Fellowship. The fellowship combines clinical teaching in fall and spring with summer public defense leadership, supervising students across Michigan and co-teaching seminars.

During the summer, the fellow collaborates with Muskegon County Public Defender on a research project, presents findings to public defense leaders, and publishes practical guidance for defenders and policymakers.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan or eligibility.
• At least two years of practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in indigent defense work during the fellowship.
• Co-teach seminar classes and evaluate students.
• Contribute to public defense advocacy projects and program development.
• Collaborate with Michigan public defenders and court partners.

Skills

Legal writing

Criminal defense

Education

JD (ABA-accredited)

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Michigan State University College of Law invites applications for a one-year Public Defender Clinic Fellowship. The fellowship combines clinical teaching in fall and spring with summer public defense leadership, supervising students across Michigan and co-teaching seminars.

During the summer, the fellow collaborates with Muskegon County Public Defender on a research project, presents findings to public defense leaders, and publishes practical guidance for defenders and policymakers.