Description:
Position Summary:The Texas Civil Rights Project Is Seeking Positive, Motivated, Balanced, Well-Organized Individuals to Serve as Law Clerks or Externs in Our Criminal Legal Program. Tcrp Is Dedicated to The Goal of Building a Culturally Diverse and Pluralistic Team and Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply. Our Law Clerks and Externs Are a Critical Part of The Tcrp Family and Will Assist Our Attorneys with Every Aspect of Our Work, from Investigating Potential Cases, Crafting Strategic Advocacy Plans and Preparing Complaints to Assisting with Discovery, Briefing Dispositive Motions and Trying Cases in Federal and State Court.
As a Law Clerk, You Will Have the Opportunity to Gain Valuable Hands-On Experience in Civil Rights Law and Contribute to Meaningful Projects that Have a Positive Impact on Society. Under the Supervision of Experienced Attorneys, You Will Assist with Legal Research, Drafting Legal Documents, and Supporting Advocacy Efforts on A Variety of Civil Rights Issues.
For Summer Law Clerks, We Ask that Students Commit to At Least 400 Hours of Work Over the Course of The Summer, Typically 40 Hours per Week for Ten Weeks. This Is a Remote Position with The Option to Work from One of Our Offices (austin, Houston, and Alamo). During the Summer We Attempt to Coordinate Start Dates for Our Class of Law Clerks to Provide Opportunities for Training, Camaraderie, and Mentorship During the Summer. During the School Year, We Can Host Externs Working for Course Credit for Typically an Average of 15 Hours per Week Depending on Course Requirements from The Law School. for Both Summer and School Year Positions, We Assign a Designated Attorney Mentor to Have at Least Weekly 1:1 Meetings and Provide Mentorship, Guidance, and Supervision.
Responsibilities/duties:
- Conduct Legal Research on Various Civil Rights Issues.
- Assist with Drafting Legal Memoranda, Briefs, and Other Documents.
- Review and Analyze Case Law, Statues, and Regulations.
- Participate in Meetings, Hearings, and Court Proceedings.
- Support Attorneys with Case Management and Trial Preparation.
- Contribute to Community Outreach and Education Initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Currently Enrolled in An Accredited Law School Program.
- Strong Academic Record with A Demonstrated Interest in Civil Rights Law.
- Excellent Research, Writing, and Analytical Skills.
- Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively in A Fast Paced Environment.
- Commitment to Social Justice and Advancing Civil Rights for All Individuals. with A Passion for Tcrp's Mission.
- Self-Reliant and Motivated with Exceptional Written and Oral Communication Skills.
- Previous Experience or Coursework in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, or Related Fields Is Preferred but Not Required.