Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs
Fall 2026 Civil Rights Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity
Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Fall 2026 Civil Rights Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity
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Fall 2026 Civil Rights Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity
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About The Role Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs is open to sponsoring legal fellows with their own funding for fellowships beginning in Fall 2026. The committee seeks a fellow to develop and conduct impact litigation and related advocacy, with a primary focus on immigrant justice, education, and criminal legal system work.
Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of litigation including investigation, case development, discovery, motions practice, and trial as part of a team.
Receive supervision and collaboration from WLC litigators with experience in individual representation, policy advocacy, and impact and class action litigation.
Engage impacted communities in the litigation process.
Qualifications
J.D. degree; bar admission in DC, MD, and/or VA or eligibility to waive.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil rights, and/or constitutional law.
Superior analytic and research skills.
Clear, persuasive writing and speaking abilities.
Ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact investigation.
Self‑motivated, diligent, able to meet deadlines.
Independent work and collaboration in a dynamic environment.
Compensation Fellows seeking sponsorship should come with own funds. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with permanent staff attorneys, including generous leave and employer‑funded benefits. WLC’s pay scale is available with this posting.
Benefits
Generous paid time‑off
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision coverage, parental leave)
401(k) plan
Professional development
Telework option two days per week (Mondays, Fridays)
How to Apply A complete application will consist of the below listed documents.
Please include in the cover letter document your three references and a legal writing sample.
Cover letter (no longer than two pages)
Current resume
List of three references
Legal writing sample
Pay Range 64,750 - 64,750 USD per year (Pre‑bar)
67,750 - 67,750 USD per year (Year 0)
70,750 - 70,750 USD per year (Year 1)
73,750 - 73,750 USD per year (Year 2)
76,750 - 76,750 USD per year (Year 3)
EEO Statement WLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email Washington Lawyers’ Committee.
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Fall 2026 Civil Rights Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity
role at
Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs
About The Role Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs is open to sponsoring legal fellows with their own funding for fellowships beginning in Fall 2026. The committee seeks a fellow to develop and conduct impact litigation and related advocacy, with a primary focus on immigrant justice, education, and criminal legal system work.
Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of litigation including investigation, case development, discovery, motions practice, and trial as part of a team.
Receive supervision and collaboration from WLC litigators with experience in individual representation, policy advocacy, and impact and class action litigation.
Engage impacted communities in the litigation process.
Qualifications
J.D. degree; bar admission in DC, MD, and/or VA or eligibility to waive.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil rights, and/or constitutional law.
Superior analytic and research skills.
Clear, persuasive writing and speaking abilities.
Ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact investigation.
Self‑motivated, diligent, able to meet deadlines.
Independent work and collaboration in a dynamic environment.
Compensation Fellows seeking sponsorship should come with own funds. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with permanent staff attorneys, including generous leave and employer‑funded benefits. WLC’s pay scale is available with this posting.
Benefits
Generous paid time‑off
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision coverage, parental leave)
401(k) plan
Professional development
Telework option two days per week (Mondays, Fridays)
How to Apply A complete application will consist of the below listed documents.
Please include in the cover letter document your three references and a legal writing sample.
Cover letter (no longer than two pages)
Current resume
List of three references
Legal writing sample
Pay Range 64,750 - 64,750 USD per year (Pre‑bar)
67,750 - 67,750 USD per year (Year 0)
70,750 - 70,750 USD per year (Year 1)
73,750 - 73,750 USD per year (Year 2)
76,750 - 76,750 USD per year (Year 3)
EEO Statement WLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email Washington Lawyers’ Committee.
#J-18808-Ljbffr