Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. RAINN is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence. They are seeking a Public Policy Legal Fellow to provide legal research and fact-gathering concerning sexual violence issues, draft materials, and analyze legislation and policy documents.
Responsibilities
- Develop legal research skills by assisting with research projects focused on state sexual violence laws and related public policy issues
- Gain exposure to legal and policy analysis by gathering and summarizing relevant statutes, case law, regulations, and other resources related to sexual assault issues
- Learn about the policy development process by contributing background research and supporting the preparation of memoranda, policy statements, briefing materials, and correspondence under staff guidance
- Build professional administrative and organizational skills through participation in data entry, document management, and departmental support activities
- Learn how policy resources are maintained and shared by assisting with the organization, updating, and enhancement of databases and other resource dissemination tools
- Gain insight into public interest legal work and nonprofit partnerships by observing and supporting communications and projects involving RAINN's pro bono law firm partners, as appropriate
- Participate in team meetings, training opportunities, and mentorship activities designed to deepen understanding of legal advocacy, public policy, and nonprofit operations
- Engage in additional learning opportunities and special projects that support the fellow's educational experience and professional development
Skills
- Current law student in or recent graduate from a Juris Doctor program. A 'recent graduate' means the fellowship will be complete within 2 years from the date of graduation from law school
- Strong writing, research, analytical and organizational skills
- Strong interest in policy work
- Demonstrated interest in the issue of sexual violence
- Comfortable with legal research tools, including LexisNexis and Westlaw
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (especially Excel and Word) and Google Workspace (especially Google Docs and Google Sheets)
- Ability to use remote meeting platforms, such as Zoom, Google Meet, and WebEx
- Strong interpersonal skills, and a team player attitude
- Available to dedicate 20 hours a week to the Fellowship's work
- Applicant has passed the bar examination, or intends to take the exam within a year
- Can demonstrate a substantial commitment to or preparation for pursuing a career in public interest law or government service
- Will endeavor to obtain employment in the public interest or government sector before or immediately following the Fellowship's conclusion
- The candidate selected must complete and pass a criminal background check administered by RAINN
Company Overview
RAINN is an anti-sexual assault organization working with local rape crisis centers across the U.S. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://rainn.org.