Jacobs Law Clinic Fellow

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Gulfport, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Division: College of Law | Academic Affairs
Department: Jacobs Law Clinic
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A -- Pay Grade: 07


Job Description
Position Summary: This is a two-year, full-time fellowship position at Stetson University College of Law. This role offers recent law graduates with a license to practice law in Florida the opportunity to engage in public interest environmental law practice, focusing on environmental justice and the defense of democratic principles in the Gulf region. The fellowship is designed to prepare the fellow for a career in public interest environmental law practice in the nonprofit sector. The Fellow will work closely with the clinic director, staff attorney, and law students to provide legal services, advocate for policy reforms, and participate in impactful litigation.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate on active litigation and advocacy projects addressing environmental challenges.
• Engage with clients, community organizations, and stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth legal research on issues pertaining to environmental law, access to justice, and public policy.
• Draft policy briefs, white papers, and scholarly articles to influence legislative and regulatory processes.
• Present at conferences, workshops, and public forums.
• Assist in organizing and leading educational seminars, community outreach programs, and training sessions.
• Participate in grant writing and fundraising efforts to support client and clinic initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The knowledge, skills, and abilities for this role include:

• Demonstrated commitment to the public interest, environmental protection, and the defense of democratic institutions.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and effectively mentor law students.

Required Qualifications: This position requires:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 0-3 years of legal practice experience, preferably in environmental law, civil rights, or public interest advocacy.
• Some specialized knowledge in federal environmental law and/or administrative law
• Admission to the Florida Bar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Lexis, Westlaw, and internet research.
• Currently reside in or willing to move to the Tampa Bay area of Florida.

Application Requirements:

• Cover letter detailing your interest in the fellowship and relevant experience.
• Current resume or curriculum vitae.
• Legal writing sample (maximum 10 pages).

Work authorization sponsorship maybe available for this position. However, sponsorship is contingent upon the non-applicability of the visa petition fees outlined in the relevant Executive Order signed September 19, 2025. Due to the recent federally-mandated increased financial expense, the university is not in a position to absorb this significantly increased cost of sponsorship for new H-1B petitions at this time. International candidates are encouraged to apply, but should be aware that eligibility for sponsorship will be evaluated in accordance with current U.S. immigration regulations and institutional policies.
This position is benefit eligible. Stetson University offers a variety of benefits for our full-time employees including comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, employer paid life and disability insurance, generous leave and holiday benefits, employer retirement contributions, tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, and others. All employees are also eligible to enjoy our Hatter Perks which include a variety of discounts and special privileges within our community.


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Are you committed to practicing public interest environmental law?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a JD?

• Yes
• No

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Are you licensed or do you intend to become licensed in Florida?

• Yes
• No

Required Question