Public Policy Legal Fellow

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Perform legal research and gather facts regarding issues of sexual violence.

• Create memoranda, concise summaries, policy statements, briefing documents, and various correspondence.

• Review and assess legislation, regulations, statutes, case law, and other pertinent policy documents.

• Assist in researching state laws on sexual violence and related public policy matters.

• Collect and summarize legal and policy materials pertaining to sexual assault issues.

• Aid in policy development under the guidance of staff members.

• Take part in data entry, document management, and departmental support tasks.

• Organize, update, and improve databases and tools for resource dissemination.

• Observe and support communications and projects involving RAINN's pro bono law firm partners.

• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and mentorship programs.

• Participate in additional learning opportunities and special projects.

• Report directly to the Senior Legislative Policy Counsel.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Juris Doctor program.

• Recent graduates must complete the fellowship within 2 years of their law school graduation.

• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and organizational abilities.

• Strong enthusiasm for policy work.

• Proven interest in issues surrounding sexual violence.

• Proficient in using LexisNexis and Westlaw.

• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

• Skilled in Google Workspace, especially Google Docs and Google Sheets.

• Capable of using Zoom, Google Meet, and WebEx.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team spirit.

• Availability to commit 20 hours per week.

• Must have passed the bar examination or plan to take it within the next year.

• Significant commitment to or preparation for a career in public interest law or government service.

• Will seek employment in the public interest or government sector prior to or immediately following the fellowship.

• Must successfully complete a criminal background check conducted by RAINN.

• Must have a home office equipped with reliable high-speed internet suitable for fellowship-related tasks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for an unpaid fellowship.

• Engagement in mentorship activities.

• Access to training opportunities.

• Involvement in learning opportunities and special projects that enhance educational and professional growth.

• Remote fellowship position.

• Flexible start and end dates to align with academic or bar exam schedules.