About the role#
The Bingham Fellowship is a one-year paid position for attorneys seeking to gain experience in public interest litigation. This role is designed for lawyers who are in between judicial clerkships or looking to fill a block of time before starting a clerkship. Fellows work as full members of case teams to advance constitutional cases in federal and state courts.
What you'll do#
- Litigate cutting-edge constitutional cases.
- Participate in every stage of the litigation process.
- Work directly with clients.
- Engage in mentorship opportunities.
- Complete expert media training.
What you'll need#
- A strong background in constitutional law.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- An interest in the mission of the Institute for Justice.
- A desire to create real-world impact.
- Availability to fill a block of time before or between clerkships.
Location & details#
- Location: Arlington, Virginia.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Starting Fall 2027, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Employment Status: Full-time and paid.
About Institute for Justice
The Institute for Justice is a nonprofit law practice based in Arlington, Virginia. Founded in 1991, the organization employs between 51 and 200 people. It focuses on strategic litigation, research, and activism to protect individual liberties. The group also provides training for law students and policy activists in public interest litigation.
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