Law Clerk Summer 2027 (Florida and Caribbean)

Overview

This position is a Law Clerk – Summer 2027 supporting program attorneys in the Florida and Caribbean region. The role assists with work to protect terrestrial, aquatic, and marine species and their habitat. Experience is centered on litigation, administrative advocacy, and policy development.

• Employment type: Temporary
• Salary: $19.61/hour
• Classification: Hourly (non-exempt; eligible for overtime)
• Is this position in the Bargaining Unit? No
• Location: Remote
• Reports to: Florida and Caribbean Director

The desired start date is May 19, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Research and draft legal memoranda to inform litigation and conservation advocacy
• Research and draft filings and petitions (e.g., notices of intent to sue, complaints, briefs, 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

Essential Qualifications

• Must be a 2L, 3L, or LLM student during the Fall 2027 semester
• Strong research and writing skills
• Comfort with independent and self-motivated work
• Familiarity with environmental and administrative law preferred
• Background in environmental or biological studies or related experience preferred

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote, working in a remote office environment of your 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 completed under firm deadlines

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Conditions are not a complete description of all workplace conditions and are subject to change.

Compensation & Benefits

• 403(b) plan (for all temporary staff)
• Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code

Equal Opportunity / Work Authorization

Equal opportunity employer. The organization complies with all federal and local laws regarding work authorization for new hires. Applicants interested in open positions will be considered regardless of current work authorization.

Application Information

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

Application materials must include a PDF with:

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