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Law Clerk

The law clerk will provide general legal services under the supervision of the General Counsel and Senior Associate Counsel, such as legal research, answering legal inquiries, drafting legal arguments, and preparing legal publications. Law clerks typically work during the summer and continue working in the fall and spring semesters. This position can be used for paid or unpaid externship credit. Approximate start date: middle of May 2026.

Job qualifications:
College degree with one year of law school and current law school enrollment with an anticipated graduation date in 2027 or 2028 required. Some legal or government experience preferred. Preference for a student with a desire to work 15-20 hours/week during the summer and school year, with potential for increased hours during the summer. Strong attention to detail with demonstrated analytical and organization abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Availability to travel and attend out-of-town conferences.

Application timeline: 
Please submit materials by Jan. 30, 2026, to Rachel Bender, senior associate counsel, rbender@cml.org. Please also direct any questions about the position to the same email. Applications will be considered as submitted.

Compensation range: $19.29 to $22.00 an hour, paid hourly. This is a paid, temporary, part-time internship or clerkship position. No benefits are provided for this temporary, part-time position except paid sick leave as required by law.

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