2027 General Counsel Clerkship
The Office of General Counsel at Earthjustice provides legal advice and support across various areas including corporate governance, contracts, conflicts, legal ethics, privacy, data management, corporate risk management, international compliance, lobbying, SLAPP suits, and human resources.
About Us
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice is dedicated to achieving significant, lasting environmental protections through the power of law and partnerships with thousands of groups and supporters. We focus on protecting people's health, preserving natural places and wildlife, advancing clean energy, and combating climate change.
Responsibilities
- Work with several attorneys on case development and litigation strategy.
- Draft pleadings and briefs, conduct legal research, develop strategy, and gather evidence.
- Attend client meetings and court proceedings.
- Participate in various programmatic offerings such as seminars, interactions with other environmental groups, and job interview workshops.
Compensation
The total stipend for the summer law clerk position is $1,382.00 per week, minus any external funding received. The position is designed to be 10 weeks long at full-time hours (37.5 hours/week).
How to Apply
- Candidates must be enrolled in a U.S. law school through fall 2027 and be available for a 10-week summer 2027 commitment.
- Summer law clerks must work from the U.S.
- Submit a resume, cover letter addressing relevant background, interest in Earthjustice’s mission, and preferred teams, along with a recent legal writing sample and unofficial transcript.
- Finalists will be contacted for references.
Applications are accepted via Jobvite until September 7, 2026. For technical difficulties or accommodations, contact [email protected].