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LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Mobile, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

Cato Institute

Legal Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

The Cato Institute seeks a passionate Legal Fellow to join its Constitutional Studies team. Cato's Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies is ground zero for cutting-edge constitutional ...

Cato Institute

Legal Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description The Cato Institute seeks a passionate Legal Fellow to join its Constitutional Studies team. Cato's Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies is ground zero for ...

Cato Institute

Legal Fellow

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$100K - $140K/yr

Description The Cato Institute seeks a passionate Legal Fellow to join its Constitutional Studies team. Cato's Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies is ground zero for cutting-edge ...

ACLU

Legal Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site

$87K/yr

The ACLU-DC has been successful in the past in hosting legal fellows with externally-funded public service fellowships. The ACLU-DC is an affiliate office of the American Civil Liberties Union, a ...

LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Selma, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

ACLU of DC

Legal Fellow

Washington, DC · On-site

$87K/yr

The ACLU-DC has been successful in the past in hosting legal fellows with externally-funded public service fellowships. The ACLU-DC is an affiliate office of the American Civil Liberties Union, a ...

LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

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LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

LEGAL SERVICES AL

Legal Fellow

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$54K/yr

John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama's network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows ...

ACLU of New Jersey

Fall 2026 Legal Fellow

Newark, NJ · On-site

$74K/yr

ACLU-NJ Legal Fellow Fall 2026 The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) seeks graduating law students or law graduates or judicial clerks from the Class of 2025 for a one-year legal ...

Prison Law Office

Jane Kahn Legal Fellow

Berkeley, CA · On-site +1

$107K - $134K/yr

Jane Kahn Research and Writing Legal Fellow Experience: 0-3 years Compensation: $107,426-$134,055* plus benefits * The salary for this position is based upon a non-negotiable salary scale for ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal fellow in the United States is $53,278.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Legal Fellows typically engage in a variety of tasks, including legal research, drafting memoranda, and supporting ongoing litigation or policy initiatives. They often collaborate closely with attorneys and other fellows, contributing to case strategy meetings and occasionally participating in client interviews or community outreach. The work environment is usually fast-paced and intellectually stimulating, providing fellows with exposure to complex legal issues and the opportunity to build practical skills. Fellows may also be involved in preparing educational materials or participating in advocacy efforts, depending on the organization's mission.

What is a legal fellow?

Legal Fellows are typically recent law school graduates or early-career lawyers who work for a specific period—often one or two years—at a law firm, non-profit organization, government agency, or academic institution. Their roles usually involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, supporting litigation or policy advocacy, and sometimes providing legal advice under supervision. Legal Fellowships offer valuable practical experience and can serve as a bridge to permanent positions or specialized legal careers.

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To thrive as a Legal Fellow, you need a solid understanding of legal research, writing, and analysis, typically supported by a J.D. degree and bar admission or eligibility. Familiarity with legal research databases such as Westlaw and LexisNexis, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office, is often required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects collaboratively are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure that Legal Fellows can provide high-quality legal support, contribute to complex casework, and adapt in dynamic legal environments.
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Legal Fellow

LEGAL SERVICES AL

Mobile, AL • On-site

$54K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is one of the largest statewide law firms in Alabama.

LSA provides free, client-centered, civil legal advocacy to low-income Alabamians and collaborates with others across the state and nation to find solutions to systemic issues caused by poverty and social justice inequities.

In support of LSA's ongoing mission, the John Lewis Fellowship was established in 2019 to encourage attorneys interested in working at the intersection of poverty law and racial justice to build experience with a nonprofit civil legal aid law firm located in Alabama. This position has the possibility of working from any of LSA’s statewide offices in Anniston, Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Selma, or Tuscaloosa.

LSA seeks individuals with deep social and humanitarian concerns and demonstrated commitment to strong client advocacy in the face of social injustices. John Lewis Fellows use legal advocacy, education, and outreach to address community-identified issues in collaboration with client communities and Alabama’s network of pro bono attorneys. Fellows will advocate for clients, build coalitions, conduct outreach and training, organize free legal clinics and lead legal service initiatives that support access to justice.

This fellowship is designed to support attorneys at various stages of their professional journey who are interested in public interest law and community-based advocacy. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, initiative, and an interest in community empowerment and lawyering.

Qualifications: The position is an exciting opportunity for candidates who are licensed to practice law in any state or who plan to sit for an upcoming Bar Examination. Preference will be given to candidates who are licensed in Alabama or eligible for admission through reciprocity. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in public interest law along with lived or other meaningful and sustained experiences with people living in poverty, people of color, or communities that have traditionally faced structural barriers to justice. Strong legal writing and communication skills are required, and initiative and creativity are preferred. Preference is given to candidates who are bilingual.

Alabama recognizes reciprocity in certain states. A list of reciprocal jurisdictions can be found at https://admissions.alabar.org/reciprocal-jurisdictions

LSA is an Equal Opportunity Program and Employer and persons seeking employment will be considered without regard to sex or sexual orientation, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other consideration prohibited by law.

Salary: $54,810

Benefits: LSA offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package, including six weeks of paid leave annually, and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for each employee, plus 50% of the premium for eligible family members. As a qualifying public service employer, employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, offering potential student loan forgiveness for those who meet program requirements.

Position: Temporary full-time (one year)

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to jobs@alsp.org

Application Deadline: April 3, 2026

No telephone calls or faxes