Fall 2027 Fellowship Sponsorship, Criminal Law Reform Project
<h2><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ABOUT THE JOB</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow for up to </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">one/ two year(s)</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">. The</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> <span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW176948920 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW176948920 BCX8">Criminal Law Reform Project</span></span></span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> of the National office in <strong><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW176948920 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW176948920 BCX8">New York, NY, or San Francisco, CA,</span></span> </strong></span><span data-contrast="auto">seeks applicants to consider for a </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">sponsored fellowship</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> such as Equal Justice Works or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2027. This is a </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">hybrid role </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">OVERVIEW</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Criminal Law Reform Project’s mission is to advocate for the constitutional and civil rights of those impacted by criminal legal systems. We use litigation and advocacy to confront systemic government conduct that fuels the carceral state and police abuse, and oppresses people based on race, class, and other characteristics. CLRP does this work because everyone suspected, accused, or convicted of a crime deserves dignity, fairness, and an opportunity to thrive. Ultimately, we seek to shift power to under resourced communities and to elevate approaches to justice and safety that advance fundamental rights for all. CLRP partners closely with our affiliates across the country and with other ACLU departments to build a movement for social change, promote racial justice, and win reforms needed to significantly reduce our nation’s incarcerated population. </span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">July 1, 2026</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. It is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT YOU'LL DO</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></h2>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Reporting to the </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Project Director </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">and/ or</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Deputy Project Director, </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">the </span><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Fellow</strong><strong> </strong>will advance our work challenging overloaded public defense systems that fail to provide indigent people with constitutionally adequate representation. The Fellow will pursue litigation and advocacy opportunities in multiple jurisdictions in both state and federal courts.</span></span></p>
<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">YOUR DAY TO DAY</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></h2>
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<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Interview witnesses and potential clients</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in discovery and trial practice</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned</span> </span></li>
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<h2><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></h2>
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<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-contrast="auto">Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion </span>and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts</span> </li>
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<h2><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT YOU'LL BRING</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></h2>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">J.D. or expected to receive a J.D. by the spring of 2027</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Admission to a state bar</span><span data-contrast="auto">; if not currently admitted, agreement to become admitted within one year of hire</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, criminal justice, and racial justice</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"
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