Law Clerk Spring 2027 (Florida and Caribbean)

Overview

This role supports the Florida and Caribbean program by assisting regional program attorneys with litigation, administrative advocacy, and policy development focused on protecting terrestrial, aquatic, and marine species and their habitat in Florida and the Caribbean.

• Job Title: Law Clerk
• Program/Region: Florida and Caribbean
• Employment Type: Temporary (non-exempt), eligible for overtime
• Salary: $19.61/hour
• Work Schedule: Part-time and/or full-time (as indicated for the position)
• Start Date: January 11, 2027 (desired)
• Location: Remote (with occasional in-person opportunities)

Responsibilities

• Research and draft legal memoranda to inform litigation and conservation advocacy
• Research and draft filings and petitions, including notices of intent to sue, complaints, briefs, and regulatory petitions
• Draft formal comments in response to federal, state, and local agency proposals
• Assist with interviewing experts
• Investigate new matters
• Collaborate with coalitions and partners
• Advocate orally before federal, state, and local agencies as opportunities arise
• Observe court arguments and hearings as opportunities arise
• Assist with preparing creative media and educational materials for campaigns as opportunities arise
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be a 2L, 3L, or LLM student during the Spring 2027 semester
• Strong research and writing skills
• Comfort with independent and self-motivated work

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with environmental and administrative law
• Background in environmental or biological studies or related experience

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote work in a remote office environment of the candidate’s choosing
• Opportunities for in-person meetings, attendance at hearings, and field visits if candidates are in the Tampa Bay area in Florida
• Litigation-related work will be completed under firm deadlines

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Job conditions are subject to change.

Compensation & Benefits

• $19.61/hour (non-exempt; eligible for overtime)
• 403(b) plan
• Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code

Reporting

• Reports to: Florida and Caribbean Director
• Direct Reports: None

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Requirements

Applications must include a PDF containing:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Writing sample
• Transcripts
• Reference list

The position will remain open until filled. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls are requested.