Student Fellow: Expungement & Consumer Law Support

Legal Aid Society Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Legal Aid Society in Louisville, KY is seeking a part-time student research fellow to support in consumer law and medical/legal partnerships. The role is temporary for the 2026-2027 school year, with up to 20 hours per week. Work environment includes office and community settings, reporting to Advocacy Director.

Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, communicating with clients, and maintaining case files. Bachelor’s degree required; second language skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have demonstrable commitment to understanding and addressing issues of low-income constituents.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; law school or public service graduate students preferred.
• Second language skills highly valued; proficient with standard office technologies and software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of petitions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Prepare and send certified correspondence.
• Communicate with clients by phone and relay attorney-approved information.
• Coordinate client meetings and maintain accurate files and data.
• Support administrative tasks and improve tracking procedures for cases.

Skills

Second language skills

Office software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Legal Aid Society in Louisville, KY is seeking a part-time student research fellow to support in consumer law and medical/legal partnerships. The role is temporary for the 2026-2027 school year, with up to 20 hours per week. Work environment includes office and community settings, reporting to Advocacy Director.

Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, communicating with clients, and maintaining case files. Bachelor’s degree required; second language skills preferred.