Description:

Fellowship Description and Responsibilities:
The Environmental Law Clinic Fellowship is focused on giving an attorney early in their career the ability to learn and practice in an interdisciplinary environment, and expand the scope and breadth of the Clinic's work and commitment to the community. The Fellow will work with the Clinic Director on all aspects of the program, with a significant portion of their time focused on community engagement on environmental legal needs. Key responsibilities include:

Assist the Environmental Law Clinic Director in providing direct legal services and representation to qualified individuals and groups in civil and administrative environmental proceedings, as well as research, analysis, and advising clients on various environmental matters.
Deepening relationships between the Clinic and the community. The Fellow will assist in setting up and working with a Community Advisory Committee composed of community experts-in-residence to discuss the ongoing environmental needs of the community and how the Clinic can continue to assist and serve those needs, focusing particularly on air quality issues impacting residents of Northeast Ohio.
Provide training, supervision, and support for law students enrolled in the Environmental Law Clinic and Environmental Law Practicum.
Non-litigation responsibilities may include advocacy, public speaking, media appearances, and administrative clinic support such as case intake, planning and managing events, and meeting with funders and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:
Mandatory Qualifications:

A JD degree from an approved, ABA accredited law school, with a record of strong academic achievement.
Must be licensed in Ohio or eligible to waive into the jurisdiction.
Strong research and writing skills, effective interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated interest and intention of practicing in the field of public interest environmental law.
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment about priority issues; interpersonal skills to help the Clinic maintain and grow relationships with community partners; manage representation of multiple clients; provide meaningful instruction and advice to students; and complete assignments and legal work with minimal supervision. Preferences:
1-3 years of legal practice experience.
Experience working in legal settings and with individuals, community groups, and organizations.
Experience in environmental advocacy and litigation.

Application Instructions:
Applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, list of references, and complete law school transcript to the attention of Sarah M. Polly at lawclinic@case.edu.

This posting will remain open until filled.

In compliance with the City of Cleveland's Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is $62,652 - $72,790. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Postdocs receive individual and family healthcare benefits, life insurance, and employee assistance.