The Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic (ENRLC) is pleased to invite eligible candidates to apply for a two-year Clinic Fellow position from June 1, 2016 through May 31, 2018. The fellowship combines the opportunity to obtain an LLM degree in Environmental Law from one of the leading environmental law programs in the nation with the opportunity to work with experienced environmental attorneys and students in a clinic focused on public interest cases. The fellowship includes a full tuition waiver and a stipend of approximately $35,000 to cover living expenses.

In addition to pursuing the LLM, the Clinic Fellow is expected to work at least 20 hours per week in the ENRLC. The Fellow will serve as a part-time staff attorney, with significant responsibility for one or more ENRLC cases or projects. The Clinic Fellow will work closely with the ENRLC Director and other faculty and staff to represent clients and supervise student clinicians.

All fellowship materials should be sent to admiss@vermontlaw.edu and must include a clear reference to the fellowship. Electronic submissions are preferred. If unable to send electronically, please send materials to:

Vermont Law School Admissions Office

ENRLC Fellowship

PO Box 96

South Royalton, VT 05068

FELLOWSHIP REQUIREMENTS

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Excellent legal analysis and writing, interpersonal, and communication skills

Commitment to teaching in a clinical setting and fostering students' professional development

Demonstrated commitment to environmental protection and public interest law through prior employment, volunteer work, internships or clinical experience is preferred

Admission to the LLM in Environmental Law program at Vermont Law School (application for LLM admission can occur concurrently with application for Clinic Fellow position and the same references can be used for both applications)

Willingness to travel regionally and work with clients at night and on weekends

HOW TO APPLY

All candidates must submit an application for the LLM in Environmental Law. Vermont Law School prefers applicants to apply through the Law School Admission Council. Candidates may also apply directly to Vermont Law School through the online application. 

Apply online through LSAC: llm.lsac.org

Apply online through the Vermont Law School Application: apply.vermontlaw.edu

In addition to the LLM application requirements please submit the following:

Cover letter describing applicant’s interest in the position and relevant experience

Additional writing sample

At least three references

FELLOWSHIP DEADLINE

The deadline for completed applications and submission of fellowship materials is January 15, 2016. 

DECISION PROCESS

Fellowship candidates will be forwarded to the ENRLC shortly after the deadline. Fellowship offers will be made by February 15. Finalists will be expected to respond within three business days. The fellowship term begins on June 1.