About the role#
Legal Fellows support our national lawyers and legal teams in defending clients and seeking justice. This is a full-time, unpaid volunteer fellowship. The program runs for 12 months, beginning in June 2027 and ending in May 2028.
What you'll do#
- Research legal issues and write briefs to assist in protecting victims.
- Support or conduct legal training sessions.
- Assist with case intake and input case details into the Casework Tracking Management System.
- Participate in legal strategy meetings and operations briefings.
- Provide administrative support to legal teams, including documentation management and creating presentations.
What you'll need#
- A law degree (Law school graduate for US applicants or completion of a Bachelors of Law for non-US applicants).
- Fluency in Spanish is required for placements in Latin American offices.
- A mature orthodox Christian faith.
- A resilient, humble, and service-oriented approach to work.
Location & details#
- This role is based in the District of Columbia.
- The work modality is hybrid.
- This is an unpaid volunteer position.
About International Justice Mission
International Justice Mission is a nonprofit organization founded in 1997. Based in Arlington, Virginia, it employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The group works to protect individuals in poverty from violence. It operates in 18 countries to address issues like slavery, child abuse, and police misconduct. The organization partners with local authorities to strengthen justice systems and hold perpetrators accountable.
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