Graduate Fellowship Program

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Graduate Fellowship Program

The Fellowship Program places new associates from law firms at public interest law agencies in Illinois, where they are typically paid by their hiring firm to work for 300 hours between graduation and joining the firm. The Fellow will work on a wide and diverse range of issues depending on the agency where they serve. Will also work on transactional matters such as policy development and analysis, advocacy, impact litigation and more. Fellows have an opportunity to gain a broad working knowledge of the legal system and a deeper understanding of individual practice areas, learn the protocol for pro bono legal services, provide direct legal services to these most worthy individuals and become familiar with the every-day operation of a not-for-profit organization. Will work under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, Legal Director, and staff attorneys and may work with volunteer attorneys. Opportunities for service include: conducting client intakes, performing research for programs and practice areas, case management and direct client representation (where appropriate).

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Center for Disability and Elder Law
Michael Stone
79 W. Monroe Street, Suite 919
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60603
Website : http://www.cdelaw.org