Climate and Oceans Legal Fellow, ENRLP, Stanford Law School

About the role

The Climate and Oceans Legal Fellow will join Stanford Law School's ENRLP Program, working directly with the ENRLP Director on marine and climate-related projects. The Fellow will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability on joint projects, focusing on coastal and marine protection, renewable energy, forest management, biodiversity and conservation, and tribal stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foundational legal and policy research for sustainability projects.
• Exercise independent initiative and judgment in high-level research projects focused on problem-solving and evidence-based policy recommendations.
• Adapt and develop marine and climate-related projects with a multidisciplinary team.
• Apply policy, regulatory, and technical analyses to various climate solutions and their impacts/externalities.
• Co-author sections of policy briefs, whitepapers, and research publications, working with external partners.
• Review and analyze scientific papers and data to inform policy research and recommendations.
• Complete project-related administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Support leadership in working with student legal assistants on legal research and writing.

Qualifications

• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and two years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant experience in litigation, legislative, or regulatory practice, and/or policy advocacy, including judicial clerkships and fellowships, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Strong research and analytic skills and professional judgment.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and accuracy in completing detailed work.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated track record of community engagement and service.
• Membership in the California bar preferred.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and experience working across disciplines.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills and a collaborative spirit.

Benefits

Stanford University provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off. Specific details about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $85,276-$99,581 per annum. Upon hire, the position will pay $86,000.