Opportunity Tracker
Legal opportunity research, in one searchable place
A preserved corpus of writing competitions, fellowships, co-ops, clerkships, bar prep, journals, pro bono, funding, and scholarships. A link or corpus status does not mean a listing is currently open.
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In-Person & Hybrid Co-op Opportunities · 46 listings
| Employer / Organization | Employer Type | Area of Law | Remote/Hybrid/In-Person | US Citizenship? | Application Process | Annual Deadline / Cycle | Location | FlexJD Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏛️ FEDERAL AGENCIES — Department of Justice Components | |||||||||
| DOJ SLIP — All Components (summer intern) | Federal — DOJ | All DOJ practice areas (civil, antitrust, environment, criminal, tax, immigration, civil rights) | 📍 In-Person (most) | YES — required | Single application covers all DOJ components; apply at justice.gov/legal-careers | ~Sept 1, 2026 (paired with AG Honors) | DC + field offices nationwide | ⚠️ Most SLIP positions are explicitly in-person at DC office. | Apply → |
| DOJ Civil Division — Enforcement & Affirmative Litigation | Federal — DOJ | Affirmative civil litigation; government enforcement | 📍 In-Person only | YES | Apply via DOJ Legal Careers / SLIP system | Rolling for Law Student Volunteers; SLIP: ~Sept 2026 | Washington DC (mandatory) | ⚠️ ALL work must be in-person at Washington DC office. | Apply → |
| DOJ Civil Rights Division | Federal — DOJ | Civil rights enforcement, voting rights, housing, employment, disability rights, police reform | 📍 In-Person (primarily) | YES | DOJ SLIP or Law Student Volunteer application | SLIP: ~Sept 2026; Volunteers: rolling | Washington DC + field offices | ⚠️ Primarily in-person DC. | Apply → |
| DOJ Energy & Natural Resources Division (ENRD) | Federal — DOJ | Environmental litigation, natural resources, public lands, Native American resources | 📍 In-Person (primarily) | YES | DOJ SLIP system | SLIP: ~Sept 2026 | Washington DC | ⚠️ In-person DC. | Apply → |
| US Attorney's Offices (94 Districts) | Federal — DOJ (USAO) | Criminal prosecution, civil litigation, appellate, asset forfeiture | 📍 Hybrid (varies by district) | YES | Apply directly to each USAO district where you live or want to work | Rolling per district | 94 districts across all states and territories | 🌐 USAO districts are in every state. | Apply → |
| 🏛️ FEDERAL AGENCIES — Other Agencies | |||||||||
| EEOC — Office of Communications & Legislative Affairs | Federal — EEOC | Employment discrimination / communications / legislative policy | 🌐 Remote possible | Not specified | Email OCLAInterns@eeoc.gov with resume and writing sample | Rolling | Washington DC (but remote possible) | 🌐 EEOC OCLA explicitly states remote participation may be available. | Apply → |
| EEOC — Field Office Enforcement (Philadelphia District) | Federal — EEOC | Employment discrimination enforcement, investigation, litigation | 🌐 Remote possible | Not specified | Apply to specific field office — see EEOC careers page | Rolling | Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Cleveland (and other district offices) | 🌐 EEOC Field Offices have documented remote internship options. | Apply → |
| FTC — Bureau of Competition (2L Interns) | Federal — FTC | Antitrust enforcement, competition law, mergers, investigations | 📍 In-Person (primarily DC) | YES | Apply via USA Jobs / FTC careers; window July 17–Sept 4, 2026 for Summer 2027 | Recorded cycle language: 2L Summer 2027, July 17–September 4, 2026; 1L Summer 2027, November 20, 2026–January 8, 2027; semester placements described as rolling. Recheck the FTC page; current availability is unverified. | Washington DC (+ 7 field offices) | 📍 In-Person (Washington DC). | Apply → |
| SEC — Student Honors Program | Federal — SEC | Securities law, corporate finance, investment management, enforcement | 📍 Hybrid | Not specified | USA Jobs / SEC careers page | Rolling (Spring/Summer/Fall cycles) | DC + 11 regional offices nationwide | 🌐 SEC has 11 regional offices. | Apply → |
| CFPB — Student Volunteer Program | Federal — CFPB | Consumer financial protection, lending, debt collection, mortgage, credit cards | 📍 Hybrid | Not specified | CFPB careers page | Rolling (Spring/Summer/Fall) | Washington DC | 📍 Primarily DC. | Apply → |
| EPA — Office of General Counsel | Federal — EPA | Environmental law, regulatory compliance, enforcement, policy | 📍 Hybrid | YES (most positions) | EPA careers page / USA Jobs | Rolling | DC + 10 regional offices nationwide | 🌐 EPA has regional offices in all 10 regions. | Apply → |
| NLRB — Law Student Internships | Federal — NLRB | Labor law, union elections, unfair labor practices, collective bargaining | 📍 Hybrid (regional) | YES | NLRB careers page | Rolling | DC + field offices (32 regions nationwide) | 🌐 NLRB has regional offices in most major cities. | Official NLRB Student Volunteer Program → |
| Federal Public Defender Offices | Federal — FPD | Criminal defense (federal cases) | 📍 In-Person (varies) | Not required | Apply directly to each FPD district office | Rolling per district | 92 districts nationwide (one per district) | 🌐 FPD offices exist in every federal district. | Official federal defender office directory → |
| GAO — Legal Honors Program | Federal — GAO | Federal programs, audit, investigation, accountability law | 📍 In-Person | YES | GAO careers page | Annual cycle — track GAO.gov | Washington DC | ⚠️ DC only, in-person. | Apply → |
| ⚖️ LEGAL AID / NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS | |||||||||
| Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) | Legal Aid — NUSL Partner | Housing, benefits, immigration, employment, consumer, domestic violence, elder law | 🏙️ In-Person / Hybrid | No | Apply via NUSL CCCD co-op portal; or email jobs@gbls.org | Rolling; NUSL co-op placement cycles | Boston, MA | 🏙️ NUSL's primary public interest co-op partner. | Apply → |
| NAACP Legal Defense Fund | National Nonprofit | Civil rights litigation, voting rights, racial justice, education | 📍 Hybrid (NY/DC) | No | Apply via NAACPLDF careers / internship page | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | New York, NY and Washington DC | 📍 NY and DC primary locations. | Apply → |
| Lambda Legal | National Nonprofit | LGBTQ+ rights, HIV/AIDS discrimination, workplace, family, criminalization | 🌐 Some remote | No | Lambda Legal careers page | Rolling | Multiple offices (NY, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, LA) + some remote | 🌐 Some remote intern positions available. | Apply → |
| ACLU National — Legal Internships | National Nonprofit | Civil liberties, criminal justice, free speech, immigrants' rights, racial justice, LGBTQ+, disability | 📍 Hybrid (NY) | No | ACLU careers page | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | New York, NY (national HQ) | 📍 NY-based. | Apply → |
| Earthjustice | National Nonprofit | Environmental law, clean air/water, climate, public lands, toxic chemicals | 📍 Hybrid | No | Earthjustice careers page | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | Multiple offices (SF, DC, NY, Anchorage, Denver, Seattle, Miami, others) | 📍 Multiple city options. | Apply → |
| Brennan Center for Justice | National Nonprofit | Voting rights, criminal justice reform, democracy, constitutional law | 📍 Hybrid | No | Brennan Center careers page | Rolling | New York, NY and Washington DC | 📍 NY and DC. | Apply → |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | National Nonprofit | Constitutional law, civil rights, social justice, international human rights | 📍 In-Person (primarily) | No | CCR internships / externships page | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | New York, NY | 📍 NYC primarily in-person. | Apply → |
| Bay Area Legal Aid | Regional Legal Aid | Housing, immigration, domestic violence, benefits, consumer | 🏙️ Hybrid | No | Apply via Bay Area Legal Aid volunteer/externship portal | Spring/Summer/Fall; 2027 summer apps open ~fall 2026 | San Francisco Bay Area, CA | 🏙️ California residency preferred for law clerks. | Apply → |
| LSC Grantees (Legal Services Corporation nationwide network) | Federal-funded Legal Aid (135+ orgs) | Civil legal services: housing, family, benefits, consumer, health | 🌐 Varies by organization | No | Apply directly to individual LSC grantee in your city/state | Rolling per organization | All 50 states, DC, US territories | 🌐 LSC funds 135+ organizations nationwide. | Apply → |
| 🌐 INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS | |||||||||
| United Nations — Office of Legal Affairs | International Org | International law, UN system, treaties, legal opinions, dispute resolution | ✈️ In-Person (Geneva/NY) | Not required (visa required for international locations) | UN careers portal | Varies by program; rolling | New York, NY or Geneva, Switzerland | ✈️ Prestigious international law credential. | www.un.org/en/academic-impact/page/internships |
| International Criminal Court (ICC) | International Tribunal | International criminal law, war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide | ✈️ In-Person | Not required | ICC visiting professional program application | Rolling | The Hague, Netherlands | ✈️ The Hague, Netherlands. | Official ICC careers → |
| OAS / Inter-American Commission on Human Rights | International Org | Human rights, international law, Inter-American system | ✈️ In-Person | Not required (US citizens can work here) | OAS internship program application | Rolling | Washington DC | 📍 Washington DC — accessible. | Official IACHR internship programme → |
| Human Rights Watch | International Nonprofit | International human rights research, documentation, advocacy, litigation | 📍 Hybrid | Not required | HRW internship application | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | New York NY (+ London, Brussels, others) | 📍 Hybrid at NY HQ. | Apply → |
| 🏛️ ADDITIONAL FEDERAL AGENCIES AND DOJ COMPONENTS | |||||||||
| DOJ Tax Division | Federal — DOJ | Federal tax litigation; tax enforcement; tax fraud | 📍 In-Person (DC) | YES | DOJ SLIP or Law Student Volunteer application | SLIP: ~Sept 2026; Volunteers: rolling | Washington DC | ⚠️ In-person DC. | DOJ department-wide law student internships → |
| DOJ Antitrust Division | Federal — DOJ | Antitrust enforcement; mergers; cartels; criminal antitrust | 📍 In-Person (primarily DC) | YES | DOJ SLIP or Law Student Volunteer application | SLIP: ~Sept 2026; Volunteers: rolling | DC + field offices (NY, Chicago, SF, Atlanta, Cleveland, Dallas, Philadelphia) | ⚠️ Primarily in-person. | Apply → |
| EEOC — Commissioner Panuccio Summer Externship | Federal — EEOC | Employment discrimination; Title VII; ADA; ADEA | 📍 In-Person (DC) | Not specified | Apply per EEOC careers page; 2026 deadline was April 30, 2026 | 2026: closed April 30, 2026; 2027 opens ~fall 2026 | Washington DC (EEOC HQ) | 🔒 2026 cycle closed April 30, 2026. 2027 summer externship applications open ~fall 2026 (per research report — verify on eeoc.gov). | Apply → |
| FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection | Federal — FTC | Consumer protection enforcement; deceptive advertising; privacy; data security | 📍 In-Person (primarily DC) | YES | FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection careers page | Rolling (separate from Bureau of Competition) | Washington DC | ⚠️ Separate from FTC Bureau of Competition (already in tracker). | Apply → |
| HHS Office of General Counsel | Federal — HHS | Health law; FDA; Medicare/Medicaid; public health | 📍 Hybrid | Not specified | HHS careers / student volunteer page | Rolling | DC + regional offices nationwide | 📍 Hybrid options available in some regional offices. | Apply → |
| DOL Office of the Solicitor (SOL) | Federal — DOL | Labor law; FLSA; FMLA; ERISA; OSHA; worker safety; wage/hour | 📍 Hybrid | YES (most positions) | DOL SOL internship page | Rolling | DC + regional offices nationwide | 📍 Regional offices in most major cities. | Apply → |
| National Immigration Law Center (NILC) | National Nonprofit | Immigration law; DACA; TPS; immigration and public benefits; economic justice | 🌐 Some remote | No | NILC careers page | Rolling | Los Angeles, CA and Washington DC | 🌐 Some remote work available. | Apply → |
| National Women's Law Center | National Nonprofit | Gender equity; reproductive rights; Title IX; workplace; education; poverty | 📍 Hybrid | No | NWLC careers / internship page | Rolling | Washington DC | 📍 DC-based. | Apply → |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | National Nonprofit | Civil rights; hate groups; voting rights; immigrants' rights; LGBTQ+; poverty | 📍 Hybrid | No | SPLC careers page | Rolling | Montgomery AL + Atlanta GA + New Orleans LA + Miami FL + DC | 📍 Multiple Southern offices + DC. | Apply → |
| Public Citizen Litigation Group | National Nonprofit | Consumer safety; health; environment; constitutional rights; access to courts | 📍 Hybrid | No | Public Citizen careers page | Rolling | Washington DC | 📍 DC-based hybrid. | Apply → |
| Sierra Club Environmental Law Program | National Nonprofit | Environmental law; clean air/water; public lands; climate litigation | 📍 Hybrid | No | Sierra Club careers page | Rolling | Oakland CA and Washington DC | 📍 Oakland or DC. | Apply → |
| World Trade Organization (WTO) Internship Programme | International Organization | International trade law; WTO dispute settlement; trade policy | ✈️ In-Person | Not required (visa required) | WTO internship application portal | Rolling | Geneva, Switzerland | ✈️ Geneva, Switzerland. | Apply → |
| OECD Legal Directorate | International Organization | International economic law; tax; trade; competition; governance | ✈️ In-Person | Not required | OECD careers portal | Rolling | Paris, France | ✈️ Paris. | Apply → |
| Amnesty International — Legal Externship | International Human Rights Nonprofit | International human rights; refugees; torture; death penalty; LGBTQ+ | 🌐 Some remote | No | Amnesty International careers page | Rolling | New York, DC, or London (some remote) | 🌐 Some remote placements available for legal research projects. | Apply → |
| 📍 SELECTED STATE PUBLIC DEFENDERS + ACLU AFFILIATES WITH SPECIFIC DATES | |||||||||
| ACLU of Southern California — Legal Advocacy Internships/Externships | ACLU Affiliate | Civil rights; LGBTQ+; immigrants' rights; racial justice; reproductive rights | 📍 Hybrid | No | Apply via ACLU SoCal site | Fall 2026: closed (deadline was Aug 1, 2025) | Spring 2027: ~Dec 5, 2026 | Summer 2027: ~Feb 20, 2027 | Fall 2027: ~Aug 1, 2026 | Los Angeles, CA (4 offices) | 📍 LA-based hybrid (4 offices). | Apply → |
| Legal Aid Society of NYC — Criminal Defense Practice | Nonprofit Public Defender | Criminal defense (NYC courts) | 📍 Hybrid (NYC) | No | Apply via Legal Aid Society careers page | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | New York, NY (five boroughs) | 📍 NYC placement. | Apply → |
| DC Public Defender Service | Government Public Defender | Criminal defense (DC Superior Court and DC Circuit) | 📍 In-Person | No | Apply via DC PDS website | Spring/Summer/Fall cycles | Washington DC | 📍 DC placement. | Apply → |
| Cook County Public Defender (Chicago) | Government Public Defender | Criminal defense (Cook County courts) | 📍 In-Person | No | Apply via Cook County PD website | Rolling | Chicago, IL | 📍 Chicago placement. | Apply → |
| 📍 ACLU AFFILIATE CO-OPS (preserved research leads; verify with each affiliate) | |||||||||
| ACLU of Northern California — Legal Advocacy Externship | ACLU Affiliate | Civil rights, criminal law/immigration, democracy/speech/technology, appellate | 🌐 Remote available | No | Apply via ACLU NorCal careers page; applications reviewed on rolling basis | Fall 2026: open until filled; Summer 2026: open until filled | San Francisco, Sacramento, or Fresno CA (remote available for students outside these cities) | 🌐 Record described a Fall 2026 externship with a remote option for students outside SF/Sacramento/Fresno; that cycle and availability are now unverified. | Apply → |
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Remote & Part-Time Student Clerkships (Supervised) · 55 listings
Research lead, not a live-job guarantee. These records were source-linked during the editorial pass completed July 22, 2026. They include recurring programs, future-cycle planning leads, and records that may since have closed or changed. Confirm the current posting, deadline, eligibility, compensation, location, supervision, and FlexJD/co-op fit at the original source before acting.
Being direct about scope: the real intersection of remote + part-time + during-the-school-year + open-to-currently-enrolled-students is a genuinely narrow slice of the legal job market — most law clerk positions are either summer-only, require in-person attendance, or don't specify remote eligibility publicly. Fifty-six is the number of individually verified, correctly-targeted openings this search turned up as of this date, not a ceiling on effort. After roughly 300 total targeted searches spanning insurance companies, over a dozen state AG and federal agency honors programs, and a comprehensive sweep of advocacy nonprofits across virtually every practice area — including this round's sweep of government transparency, worker safety, judicial accountability, minority bar fellowships, and wrongful-conviction organizations — the pattern has held: small, fully-remote nonprofits, think tanks, and a handful of state AG offices remain the best sources of genuinely remote, part-time, student-eligible roles. Human rights litigation and constitutional litigation nonprofits each added one match this round (CJA and Institute for Justice); a zero-yield round on additional state AGs, elder law, and antitrust organizations preceded it. Yield continues to vary round to round rather than following a steady curve, and that variance is reported honestly here. Search returns overall are now dominated by repeat organizations, summer-only programs, and generic job-board aggregator noise rather than new individually-named matches meeting all three criteria (remote, part-time, academic-year).
| Employer | Position | Practice Area | Work Arrangement | Schedule / Hours | Eligibility / Deadline | Location | Compensation / Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allstate | 3L Law Clerk (Pre-Bar Role) — former posting | Insurance defense litigation | Former full-time remote posting; not an academic-semester clerkship | Full-time after JD completion | Formerly graduating 3Ls/recent JDs awaiting bar results; no current requisition confirmed | Remote; state-specific when posted | Historical recruitment lead, not a current FlexJD placement | Official Allstate student and internship programmes → |
| Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP | Academic-Year Law Clerk | Environmental, land use, and public agency law | Part-time academic-year clerkship; confirm attendance and remote policy | Minimum 15 hours/week | 2L or 3L; generally October 1 for spring and May 1 for fall; reviewed as received | San Francisco, CA; confirm attendance requirements | Paid, $39/hour; concurrent clinic work generally disallowed for conflicts | Official application → |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) | Fall/Spring Law Clerk or Extern | Legal aid / poverty law (team-dependent practice area) | Team-specific; do not assume remote placement | Part- or full-time; schedule arranged with team | 1L or 2L; school-year applications rolling and need-based | Los Angeles, CA; arrangement varies by team | Unpaid; credit may be arranged. Summer-only reimbursement does not apply to ordinary school-year clerks | Official law-student page → |
| ACLU of Missouri | Law Clerk | Civil liberties litigation and advocacy | St. Louis or Kansas City; remote may be considered by explained request | Full- or part-time; flexible | Law students; year-round program. Summer 2026 deadline passed | Missouri; remote only by approval | Unpaid; may support credit, work-study, or outside stipend | Official program → |
| Environmental Integrity Project | Fall Law Clerk | Environmental, administrative, and information-collecting statutes and regulations | Arrangement and approved states vary by live posting | Posting-specific | At least one year of law school; no current fall posting confirmed | Washington, DC or posting-specific | Former remote and 16-state claims are not supported without a live requisition | Official opportunities → |
| Earthjustice | Summer 2027 Law Clerk — Gulf Regional Office | Environmental and climate litigation | Houston or New Orleans; remote only within Texas, Louisiana, or Mississippi | 37.5 hours/week for 10 weeks | Current 2L enrolled through Fall 2027; deadline September 7, 2026 | Houston, New Orleans, or remote within TX/LA/MS | Up to $1,382/week minus outside funding and taxes; full-time summer role | Official law-clerk program → |
| U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) | Legal Extern / Legal Intern | Employment discrimination law — research, writing, hearing/trial prep, investigations | Office-specific; remote is not guaranteed nationwide | Office- and term-specific | Law students; requirements and deadlines vary by office | EEOC headquarters and field offices | Generally unpaid federal student-volunteer placements; verify every office | Official EEOC directory → |
| Illinois Attorney General | Law Student Clerk Program | Broad — division-dependent (civil rights, consumer protection, public interest, and more) | Hybrid; at least 60% of weekly hours in person | At least 10 weeks; typically 12–15 hours/week in school terms; part-time max 20 | Law students; spring deadline November 15, summer January 30, fall June 30 | Chicago, Springfield, or regional Illinois offices | Part-time may pay $17/hour; full-time positions are unpaid | Official clerk program → |
| National Center for LGBTQ Rights (NCLR) | Law Clerk | LGBTQ+ civil rights litigation and impact advocacy | Verify arrangement in a current posting; nationwide remote is not established | Term-specific | Law students; posting-specific | Posting-specific | Recurring organization to monitor; no current clerk posting confirmed | Official jobs page → |
| National Consumer Law Center | School Year Legal Externship | Consumer Protection | Remote or Boston/Washington, DC office | At least 15 hours/week for 10 weeks | 3L students; rolling | Remote, Boston, or Washington, DC | Unpaid; must receive school credit or school funding | Official externships → |
| Our Children's Trust | Law Clerk (Legal Clerkship) | Climate/Environmental Litigation | Arrangement determined by a live vacancy | Posting-specific | Law students; cycle-specific | Eugene, OR or posting-specific | Do not assume remote, part-time, credit, or funding without a live posting | Official jobs page → |
| Office of the New York State Attorney General | Fall 2026 Paid Program / Legal Externships | Varies by division | Posting-specific; statewide does not mean fully remote | Part-time paid internships or credit externships | Law students; Fall 2026 deadline September 11, 2026 | New York; office-specific | Official board lists paid and academic-credit pathways; review each posting | Official law-student board → |
| National Immigration Law Center (NILC) | Law Student Externship | Immigration/Immigrant Rights Policy | Remote | Full- or part-time; preferably 6–10 weeks and at least 12 hours/week | 2Ls; summer applications October 1–January 31 rolling; academic-year capacity varies | Remote within the United States | School-year externships unpaid; credit may be available | Official internships → |
| National Immigration Project | Legal Intern | Immigrants’ Rights | Fully remote | Full- or part-time for 10 weeks | Law students; early application encouraged; no fixed current deadline | Remote | Small stipend may be available only without other funding or credit | Official internships → |
| Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office | Academic-Year Legal Internship | Multiple bureaus/divisions | Division-specific; former one-remote-day claim is unsupported | Division-specific | JD students; Fall 2026 applications closed July 10, 2026 | Boston or Massachusetts regional offices | Unpaid; retain Fall 2026 historically | Official AGO internships → |
| League of Women Voters of the United States | Legal Intern | Voting Rights/Litigation | Remote available; students outside DC encouraged | Semester term; summer at least 10 weeks | Semester: 2L/3L. Spring opens October 1, priority November 1; fall opens March 1 | Remote or Washington, DC | Semester credit possible; summer paid $18.55/hour for 35 hours/week | Official legal internship → |
| Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) | Legal Clerkship | First Amendment/Free Speech Litigation | Verify in a live vacancy; remote is not confirmed | Current schedule unconfirmed | Law-student eligibility and cycle require a live posting | Philadelphia, Washington, DC, or posting-specific | Recurring program to monitor; no current opening certified | Official FIRE careers → |
| American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) | Labor Management Law Clerk | Labor & Employment | Washington, DC-based; part-time remote work possible | Part-time, up to 20 hours/week | 2L/3L; U.S. work authorization and public-trust access required | Washington, DC / partial remote | Paid $21–$23/hour; positions offered periodically | Official AFSA program → |
| GLAD Law (GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders) | Legal Intern | LGBTQ+ & HIV/AIDS Rights | Remote eligibility varies by term | Term-specific | Law students; term-specific requirements | Boston or remote when expressly offered | Current-cycle availability and terms not verified | Official GLAD internships → |
| The Lawyering Project | Academic-Year Legal Intern | Reproductive Rights Litigation | Fully remote | Minimum 15 hours/week; 40 preferred | U.S. law students; 2Ls/3Ls encouraged; rolling | Remote | May satisfy school/service requirement; funding sometimes considered; capacity varies | Official academic-year internship → |
| The Commons Law Center | Student Law Clerk | Family Law, Tenant Defense, Estate Planning, Probate | Primarily remote; Portland residence not required | Full- or part-time | Law, paralegal, or undergraduate students; rolling | Remote; Oregon practice | Sometimes paid through dedicated funding; credit and outside stipends possible | Official clerkships → |
| Privacy Rights Clearinghouse | Legal Intern | Data Privacy/Consumer Protection | Arrangement not stated on current page | Not stated | Law students at all levels; direct email application | Not stated | Compensation, hours, dates, and remote eligibility not stated | Official opportunity → |
| Education Law Center of Pennsylvania (ELC-PA) | Fall/Spring Legal Internship or Practicum | Education Law & Policy | Official page does not state remote eligibility | Not stated | 2L/3L; rolling; Philadelphia recommends Nov. 1 spring / Apr. 15 fall | Philadelphia or Pittsburgh | Office-specific contacts; compensation not confirmed | Official opportunities → |
| Global Action on Gun Violence (GAGV) | Legal Intern | Gun Violence Prevention Policy | Remote or hybrid from any location | Flexible around academics | Current law student or JD; no close date published | Remote worldwide; DC organization | Unpaid educational placement; student-designed projects possible | Official careers → |
| Prisoners Legal Advocacy Network (PLAN) | Law Clerk | Prisoners' Rights/Conditions of Confinement | Fully remote | Extern/work-study 12–20 hours/week; pro bono 100 hours; summer full-time | JD/LLM students or recent graduates awaiting U.S. bar admission | Remote | Multiple placement types; current application window not confirmed | Official clerkship program → |
| Cohen, Weiss and Simon LLP (CWS) | Student Law Clerk — Fall 2026 | Labor Law | Remote, in person, or hybrid | Generally 20 hours/week | Current law students; rolling | Remote or New York | Paid $40/hour; relevant coursework preferred | Official Fall 2026 posting → |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Former Legal Fellow posting | Internet Law/Free Knowledge & Open Source | Historical remote posting | Current schedule unconfirmed | Specific posting is unavailable | Historical remote opportunity | Monitor the official job board for a new legal role | Official Wikimedia job board → |
| Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) | Terrestrial Wildlife Law and Policy Intern | Wildlife/Environmental Law | Remote until further notice | Current weekly hours not stated | Law students; page still references Fall 2024 applications | Remote | Recurring program, but current cycle is not certified | Official AWI page → |
| Animal Outlook | Legal Advocacy Intern | Animal Law/Agriculture | Remote | Semester part- or full-time; summer full-time | Currently enrolled students; rolling | Remote | Unpaid; credit or external funding may be possible | Official internships → |
| Sustainable Economies Law Center (SELC) | Legal/Program Intern | Worker Cooperatives/Economic Justice | Office participation encouraged; remote may be arranged | Typically 15–30 hours/week | Students/others connecting placement to academic or vocational program; rolling | Oakland or remote by arrangement | Usually unpaid; outside funding encouraged; modest scholarship sometimes possible | Official internships → |
| Juvenile Law Center | Law & Policy Internship – Semester | Children's Rights/Juvenile Justice | Remote or in person | 10–15 hours/week for about 14 weeks | 2L/3L; current term availability requires confirmation | Remote or Philadelphia | Unpaid; supervised for course credit | Official semester internship → |
| National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC) | Internship pathway through National Redistricting Action Fund | Election/Redistricting Law | Arrangement depends on current NRAF posting | Posting-specific | No active law-student litigation internship confirmed | Posting-specific | Former NDRC litigation page is unavailable; current routes go to NRAF | Official internship pathway → |
| National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) | Law and Policy Fellowship / Public Policy Internship | Health Law/Tribal & Indigenous Health Policy | Remote | Academic year usually part-time; summer full-time | Undergraduate, graduate, and law students; policy applications rolling | Remote | Credit or compensation may depend on funding; distinguish the TARC credit-only role | Official program → |
| Death Penalty Information | Fall 2022 Paid Law Internship — historical | Criminal Justice/Capital Punishment | Historical remote role; possible in-person work | 20 hours/week, September–December 2022 | Law student; 2022 cycle closed | Remote or Washington, DC | Historical pay was $16.10/hour; no current equivalent listed | Official historical posting → |
| Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) | U.S. Policy Intern | Privacy/Data Protection Law | Fall/spring often remote; summer may be remote within the U.S. | Fall/spring 10–20 hours/week for 14 weeks; summer 40 hours/week for 10 weeks | Graduate/professional students including law students; hired as needed | Remote within U.S. or Washington, DC | Paid or for credit; verify current rate and window | Official FPF internships → |
| Education Law Center (New Jersey) | Semester Externship | Education Law/Civil Rights | Mainly remote with some in-person interaction | Not stated | 2L/3L; rolling | Mainly remote; Newark organization | Supervision and mentorship; pay/hours unstated | Official jobs and internships → |
| Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) | Extern Program | Technology/AI Policy Law | Remote or Washington, DC | Semester for credit or summer; hours unstated | Full-time students in law, computer science, or public policy; current cycle unstated | Remote or Washington, DC | Northeastern is not listed as a partner; confirm credit approval | Official extern program → |
| The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights | Legal Intern | Civil Rights/Human Rights Law | Entirely virtual; optional Washington, DC events | Fall minimum 20 hours/week; summer 40 | Accredited law-school students; check Career Center for term deadline | Remote | Paid $24/hour; credit may be arranged | Official internship → |
| Colorado Department of Law (Colorado AG) | Legal Intern | State Government/Various Practice Areas | In person encouraged; remote/hybrid available when in-person work is impossible | Spring/fall part-time; often no more than 200 hours total | All law-student levels; Spring 2027 applications Sept. 1–Oct. 15, 2026 | Colorado offices or approved remote/hybrid | Unpaid; credit may be available | Official Colorado internships → |
| Center for Justice and Accountability (CJA) | Legal Intern | Human Rights Litigation | Remote | Semester, summer, and winter; hours not published | Generally 2L/3L; exceptional 1Ls considered for summer; rolling | Remote | Unpaid | Official CJA opportunities → |
| Institute for Justice (IJ) | Semester Clerkship | Constitutional/Civil Rights Litigation | Remote unpaid clerkships available; paid arrangements depend on work location | Generally 12 weeks, part-time around classes | Law students; rolling through current openings | Remote or IJ office | Remote students outside paid states are unpaid; credit may be supported | Official IJ student opportunities → |
| Liberty Justice Center | Spring 2027 Law Student Intern | Constitutional/public-interest litigation — legal research, writing, client correspondence under attorney mentorship | Remote | 40 hours/week; dates described as flexible | Law students; deadline December 15, 2026; rolling decisions | Remote | Paid $20/hour; full-time load is generally not FlexJD-semester compatible | Official Spring 2027 posting → |
| Amica Center for Immigrant Rights | Fall Legal Intern, Immigration Impact Lab | Immigration appellate/federal litigation — BIA and federal circuit appeals, habeas petitions, FOIA litigation | Former fully remote posting | Formerly at least 15 hours/week for 13 weeks | 2L/3L; July 31, 2026 deadline passed | Remote | Unpaid; former posting mentioned limited scholarship support | Official careers page — this posting has closed → |
| Pennsylvania Institutional Law Project (PILP) | Fall Semester Extern | Institutional/prisoners' rights litigation — legal research, writing, case development under attorney supervision | Remote, hybrid, or in office considered | Part-time; usually set by school requirements | Law students; Fall 2026 applications rolling | Philadelphia/Pittsburgh or remote/hybrid | Unpaid; credit or outside funding encouraged | Official PILP opportunities → |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | Fall Legal Intern | Civil rights / national security litigation (policing, immigration, racial justice) | Remote; negotiated NYC hybrid/in-person possible | 12–20 hours/week, September–December 2026 | Experienced 2Ls, 3Ls, or LLMs; August 7 deadline passed | Remote or negotiated New York arrangement | External funding encouraged; otherwise prorated $2,200–$7,500; credit possible | Official Fall 2026 posting → |
| Justice in Motion | Law Student Intern | Transnational migrant rights litigation support, Defender Network | Remote with Eastern Time overlap | Stale posting described about 10 weeks and 35 hours/week | Law student; term must be confirmed | Remote within U.S. | Official landing page lists a role, but detailed schedule/pay copy is stale | Official opportunities → |
| ACLU National — Reproductive Freedom Project | Fall Legal Intern | Reproductive rights litigation and policy advocacy | Former remote/hybrid New York posting | Formerly 10, 15, or 20 hours/week or full-time | At least one year completed; former priority date passed; posting inactive | Formerly remote-eligible | Formerly unpaid for course credit | Official ACLU internships page — this posting has closed → |
| ACLU of Michigan | Fall Legal Internship | Civil liberties litigation, likely 2026 election/voting rights work | Former Michigan placement; remote only conditionally | Formerly minimum 15 hours/week | At least one year completed; August 1, 2026 deadline passed | Detroit or Grand Rapids; remote not guaranteed | Former unpaid role with possible gap funding | Official jobs page → |
| Disability Rights New York (DRNY) | Pro Bono Scholar Intern | Disability rights civil rights litigation and advocacy | Office-specific; no remote option stated | Not stated | New York Pro Bono Scholars; current openings in Albany, Brooklyn, Rochester | Albany, Brooklyn, or Rochester, NY | Compensation not stated on overview | Official DRNY openings → |
| Government Accountability Project | Fall 2026 Democracy Protection Initiative Intern | Whistleblower protection, government/corporate accountability | Arrangement not confirmed on overview | Not confirmed on overview | Students welcomed generally; August 17, 2026 deadline passed | Washington, DC organization; arrangement unconfirmed | Intern/volunteer/credit pathways; compensation unstated | Official internships → |
| Public Citizen — Democracy Campaign | Protect Democracy Intern | Voting rights, election security, money-in-politics | Remote team working nationwide | Up to 40 hours/week for about eight weeks | Year-round; unpaid applications rolling; paid Fall 2026 deadline passed | Remote; DC and Syracuse staff offices | Unpaid with possible credit; limited paid placements $17.95/hour | Official posting → |
| Texas Immigration Law Council (TxILC) | Legal Intern, Fall 2026 | Immigration law: Court Watch, habeas corpus filings, AI-in-legal-access policy | Remote; possible local travel; Texas applicants preferred | 20 hours/week, August–December 2026 | JD students; July 30, 2026 deadline passed | Remote | $15/hour or class credit | Official Fall 2026 posting → |
| Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law | Fall 2026 Democracy Legal Internship | Voting rights, election administration, campaign finance reform | In person | 10–15 hours/week, September–December 2026 | Law students; August 3, 2026 deadline passed | New York City | Paid $20.90/hour unless school rules bar pay | Official careers page — this posting has closed → |
| Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law | Fall 2026 Liberty and National Security Legal Internship | Executive power/surveillance, government secrecy, civil liberties | In person | 10–15 hours/week, September–December 2026 | Law students; July 24, 2026 deadline passed | Washington, DC | Paid $20.90/hour unless school rules bar pay | Official careers page — this posting has closed → |
| Consumer Watchdog | Volunteer Law Student Intern | Consumer protection, privacy, insurance/healthcare accountability litigation | Hybrid in Los Angeles or remote | Minimum 20 hours/week; page describes 8–10-week Summer 2025 term | Enrolled 1L/2L/3L; rolling language but current term unclear | Remote or Los Angeles | Volunteer; credit may be available; confirm current term | Official internship page → |
Five incomplete writing-competition leads being reconstructed
These names appeared in the source workbook without enough fields to count as complete listings. They remain visible while official sponsor details are rebuilt.
- ABA William W. Greenhalgh Student Writing Competition — historical 2026 cycle; verify next cycle
- Tax Notes Student Writing Competition — official Tax Notes page requires current manual verification
- American College of Civil Trial Mediators National Writing Competition — historical cycle; verify next cycle
- Epstein Becker Green Health Law Writing Competition — sponsor page under review
- FBA Constance Baker Motley Writing Competition — sponsor page under review
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| Competition Name | Sponsor / Organization | Topic / Subject Area | 1st Prize | All Prizes | Word/Page Limit | Eligibility | 2026 Deadline | 2026 Status | Est. 2027 Deadline | FlexJD Notes | Link |
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| 🔒 2026 cycle mostly closed (updated July 2026) — see Est. 2027 Deadline per listing; these are recurring annual competitions | |||||||||||
| Mary Moers Wenig Student Writing Competition | ACTEC Foundation | Trusts & Estates | Full Heckerling tuition + $5,000 cash | 1st: Full Heckerling tuition + $5,000; 2nd: $3,000; 3rd: $1,000; HM: $500 | 20–30 pp double-spaced | Full- or part-time JD/LLM student, ABA-accredited US law school | June 1, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| ABA SEER Law Student Writing Competitions (5 topics) | ABA Section of Environment, Energy & Resources | Environmental / Energy / Water / Forest / Biodiversity / Indigenous Law | $1,000 per topic winner | Recorded sponsor terms: five topics and a $1,000 award per topic. Confirm the current cycle and terms on the ABA SEER sponsor page. | Not specified | JD student at ABA-accredited law school | May 31, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~May 31, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| ABA RPTE Student Writing Contest | ABA Real Property, Trust & Estate Law Section | Real Property / Trust & Estate / Probate | Full LLM tuition + $2,500 cash | 1st: Heckerling/RP LLM tuition + $2,500 + travel; 2nd: $1,500; 3rd: $1,000 | Not specified | JD student in good standing at ABA-accredited US law school; US citizen or legal permanent resident ONLY; age 21+. AI prohibited. | June 1, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. ⚠️ US CITIZEN OR LPR + AGE 21+ REQUIRED — international students not eligible. | Apply → |
| H. Thomas Austern Memorial Writing Competition | Food & Drug Law Institute (FDLI) | FDA-Regulated Industries (food, drugs, devices, biologics, cannabis, tobacco) | $1,000 | 1st: $1,000; 2nd: $750; 3rd: $500 | Not specified | JD students at ABA-accredited law school | June 1, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| James B. Boskey Law Student Essay Contest | ABA Section of Dispute Resolution | Any aspect of dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration, negotiation, ODR) | $1,000 | 1st: $1,000 cash prize | 20–30 pp, 12-pt font, 1-inch margins | Full- or part-time JD student at ABA-accredited school; age 21+; AI prohibited | June 5, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 5, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Mendes Hershman Student Writing Contest | ABA Business Law Section | Business Law / Corporate / Commercial | $1,000 | 1st: $1,000 + publication in Business Law Today; 2nd/3rd: publication eligibility | Not specified | Student in good standing at ABA-accredited JD program at time of submission | May 31, 2026, midnight CST (historical date recorded from the ABA sponsor page; current cycle unverified) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~May 31, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| College of Labor and Employment Lawyers Writing Competition | College of Labor & Employment Lawyers / ABA L&E Section | Labor & Employment Law (any current/relevant topic) | $3,000 | 1st: $3,000; 2nd: $1,000; 3rd: $500; 1st place published | Not specified | Accredited US law school student | June 15, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 15, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| ABA TIPS Admiralty & Maritime Law Competition | ABA TIPS Admiralty & Maritime Law Committee | Admiralty / Maritime Law | $1,000 (1st: $500 ABA + $500 Gard) | 1st: $1,000; 2nd: $500 + travel to ABA TIPS Annual Meeting | Not specified | US citizen only (no permanent residents); age 21+; JD student or LLM candidate at ABA-accredited US law school (international students NOT eligible). Historical record attributed to Brooklyn Law + ABA. | ~June 16, 2026 | ⏳ Verify | ~June 16, 2027 | ⚠️ US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED (age 21+) — international students ineligible. 2025 deadline was June 16, 2025; 2026 estimated ~June 16, 2026 — verify. | Apply → |
| Everytown Law Fund Writing Competition | Everytown for Gun Safety / Everytown Law | Gun Violence Prevention / Second Amendment / Survivor Representation | $2,500 | 1st: $2,500; Runner-up x2: $1,000 each | Not specified | Currently enrolled at ABA-accredited US law school | Historical record: June 20, 2025 deadline; no later cycle verified | ⚠️ May not be offered in 2026 | ~June 20, 2027 | ⚠️ AccessLex (May 2026) flags this as 'May not be offered this year — check with scholarship provider.' Everytown Law homepage announced 2025 winners (3rd annual) but no 2026 competition page found. | Apply → |
| Morris L. Cohen Student Essay Competition | AALL Legal History & Rare Books Section / Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. | Legal History / Rare Law Books / Legal Archives | $1,000 | Historical sponsor terms recorded: $1,000 first prize, webinar presentation, and publication; runner-up publication opportunity. Confirm the current terms with AALL. | Not specified | Students enrolled in accredited graduate programs in law, history, library science, and related fields (NOT law-only; full-time and part-time eligible). No prior publication before June 20 of competition year. | ~June 20, 2026 | ⏳ Verify | ~June 20, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| AIPLA Robert C. Watson Award | American Intellectual Property Law Association | Intellectual Property Law | Travel reimbursement to AIPLA Annual Meeting (no cash prize) | Historical sponsor terms recorded: reasonable expense reimbursement for the October 29–31, 2026 AIPLA Annual Meeting; no cash component. Confirm current terms with AIPLA. | Not specified | ABA-accredited JD student | June 30, 2026 (historical date; confirm any new cycle with AIPLA) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| ABA Forum on Construction Law Writing Competition | ABA Forum on Construction Law | Construction Industry Law (any relevant topic) | $1,000 cash + travel up to $2,000 | 1st: $1,000 cash + travel to ABA Forum Annual Meeting (up to $2,000) | Not specified | JD student at ABA-accredited law school | June 30, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. ✈️ Travel to ABA Forum Annual Meeting for winner. | Apply → |
| Smith-Babcock-Williams Student Writing Competition | American Planning Association / Planning & Law Division | Land Use / Local Government / Urban Planning Law | $3,000 (1st) | Historical 2025 rules recorded: $3,000 first prize and publication; $1,000 second prize; $500 honorable mention. Confirm current rules with the sponsor. | Not specified | JD student | June 30, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| George Hutchinson Writing Competition | Federal Circuit Bar Association | Federal Circuit Jurisdiction (patent, trademark, trade, veterans law, federal personnel) | $3,000 (1st, at minimum) | Historical sponsor terms recorded: at least $3,000 first prize, discretionary additional awards, and possible publication. Confirm current terms with FCBA. | Not specified | JD student; application window opens April 2026 | July 1, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~July 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| NYSBA Animals & the Law Writing Competition | NYSBA Committee on Animals and the Law | Animals and the Law (any topic involving animals and law) | $1,000 | 1st: $1,000 + Certificate of Achievement; 2nd: $500 + Certificate of Achievement; 3rd–4th: Certificate of Recognition; Email: lfaustel@nysba.org by July 6, 2026 | Not specified | ABA-accredited JD student | July 6, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~July 6, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Adam A. Milani Disability Law Writing Competition | Mercer Law / ABA Commission on Disability Rights | Disability Law / ADA / Accessibility | $300–$1,000 (varies by number of awards) | Historical sponsor terms recorded: $300–$1,000 first prize depending on the number of awards; the current cycle is unverified. | Not specified | ABA-accredited JD student | ~June 13, 2026 (historical pattern: 2023=June 9, 2024=June 14, 2025=June 13) | ⏳ Verify | ~June 13, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | law.mercer.edu/academics/legal-writing/milani-writing-competition/ |
| Theodore Tannenwald Jr. Writing Competition | Tannenwald Foundation / American College of Tax Counsel (ACTC) | Federal or State Tax Law (technical or policy) | $5,000 | 1st: $5,000; 2nd: $2,500; 3rd: $1,500; published in The Tax Lawyer | 25–50 pp double-spaced; faculty sponsor required | Full- or part-time JD/LLM/SJD students at US law schools; non-law MBA students in law-school tax course also eligible | July 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM EDT | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~July 11, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | www.law.northwestern.edu/academics/tannenwald/writing-competition/rules/ |
| IFA USA Branch Writing Prize (International Tax) | American Branch of International Fiscal Association | International Taxation | $5,000 | 1st: $5,000 | Not specified | JD/LLM student | September 30, 2026 (historical sponsor date; confirm any later cycle with IFA) | Legacy record described an annual September 30 deadline; current cycle unverified | September 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. $5,000 prize — top international tax prize for students. | Apply → |
| K. William Kolbe Writing Competition (ABA Section of Infrastructure & Regulated Industries) | ABA Section of Infrastructure & Regulated Industries | Infrastructure Law (telecom, cable, electricity, gas, pipelines, aviation, railroads, water) | $2,500 | 1st: $2,500 + Section membership + travel to Fall Council Meeting. | Not specified | ABA-accredited JD student, ABA Law Student Division member | Not currently posted — the ABA's own awards page lists no deadline and its most recent listed winner is from 2020 | ❓ Likely dormant — verify directly with the Section before assuming this is running in 2026 | Unknown | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| 🔒 CLOSED 2026 — DATES PRESERVED FOR 2027 CALENDAR (apply ~same date next year) | |||||||||||
| ABA Affordable Housing Writing Competition | ABA Forum on Affordable Housing & Community Development | Affordable Housing / Community Development | $1,000 + travel | $1,000 cash + travel to Forum Annual Meeting | Not specified | ABA-accredited JD student | March 19, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 19, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Ed Mendrzycki Essay Contest (AI & Legal Ethics) | ABA Standing Committee on Lawyers' Professional Liability / Long & Levit LLP | AI Software Ethics / Professional Liability for Law Firms Using AI | $5,000 | $5,000 + travel to ABA LPMC Annual Conference | Not specified | JD student | February 16, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~February 16, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Robert Pitofsky Law Student Writing Competition (Antitrust) | ABA Antitrust Law Section | Antitrust Law | $2,500 | Historical terms recorded: $2,500 first prize; publication requirement and eligibility restrictions. Confirm current terms with the official sponsor. | Not specified | JD student | February 16, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~February 16, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Dorothy E. Roberts Public Interest Essay Competition | University of Pennsylvania Law Review | Social Justice / Public Interest / Civil Rights | $5,000 (grant proposal) | Note: includes a $5,000 grant proposal for public interest work. Confirm prize structure on Penn Law Review website. | Not specified | JD student at any ABA-accredited school | February 28, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~February 28, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Richard D. Cudahy Writing Competition (Admin Law) | American Constitution Society (ACS) | Administrative Law / Regulatory Law | $1,500 | Historical guide recorded $1,500 prizes in lawyer and law-student categories; confirm the current sponsor terms. | Not specified | JD student; ACS membership helpful | February 2, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~February 2, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| John F. Burton Jr. Workers Compensation Writing Competition | College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers / ABA TIPS | Workers' Compensation Law | $3,000 | 1st: $3,000 + $1,000 to school fund; 2nd: $1,500; 3rd: $1,000; published in Workers' First Watch + ABA TIPS Law Journal | Not specified | JD student | January 31, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 31, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Berkeley Technology Law Journal Writing Competition | Berkeley Technology Law Journal (UC Berkeley School of Law) | Technology Law / IP / Privacy / Cybersecurity | $1,000 | 1st: $1,000 + publication in BTLJ Vol. 42 Issue 1; 2nd: $500 | Not specified | JD/LLM/JSD students including international | March 31, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 31, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| ASIL International Refugee Law Student Writing Competition | American Society of International Law — International Refugee Law Interest Group | International Refugee Law / Asylum / Human Rights | No cash — ASIL meeting + membership + books | Historical 2026 terms recorded no cash prize and listed meeting admission, membership, book credit, and possible travel support. Confirm current terms with ILSA. | Not specified | JD student | January 7, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 7, 2027 | 🔒 Closed — 2026 competition deadline was January 7, 2026. | Apply → |
| John D. Greenwald Writing Competition (International Trade) | Court of International Trade Bar Association | International Trade Law | ~$500 (estimated — verify) | Prize amount not historical source noted — estimated ~$500 based on related competitions. Verify on primary source. 2026 deadline was January 25, 2026 (closed). | Not specified | JD student | January 25, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 25, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | law.georgetown.edu/iiel — Greenwald Writing Competition |
| American Indian Law Review Student Writing Competition | University of Oklahoma American Indian Law Review | American Indian / Indigenous Law | $1,500 | 1st: $1,500 + publication; 2nd: $700; 3rd: $400 | Not specified | JD student at any ABA-accredited school | February 27, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~February 27, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | law.ou.edu/ailr/wc |
| Robert T. Matsui Annual Writing Competition | NAPABA Law Foundation Scholarships (formerly APABA Educational Fund) (APABAEF) | AAPI-related legal issues / immigration / civil rights | Verify prize on APABA-EF site (~$500–$1,000 historical) | Verify on APABAEF site | Not specified | JD student | March 29, 2026 (historical closed cycle; no current sponsor cycle verified) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~March 26, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Honorable William C. Conner Writing Competition (IP) | New York Intellectual Property Law Association (NYIPLA) | Intellectual Property Law | $2,500 | 1st: $2,500; 2nd: $1,500 | Not specified | JD student | March 6, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 6, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| NYSBA Pergam International Law Writing Competition | NYSBA International Section | International Law (any topic) | $2,000 + publication | Historical sponsor terms recorded: $2,000 first prize and publication. Confirm the current terms with NYSBA. | Not specified | JD student | January 16, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 16, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| National NALSA Writing Competition | National Native American Law Students Association | Native American Law / Tribal Law | $1,500 (per 2025 rules) — verify current amount | Verify on NALSA site | Not specified | Must be in good standing with National NALSA and local chapter | March 30, 2026 (historical closed cycle; no current sponsor cycle verified) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~March 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| 🔗 AGGREGATOR RESOURCES — search these for additional competitions not listed above | |||||||||||
| AccessLex Writing Competitions Database | AccessLex Institute | All topics — comprehensive database | Varies | Varies | N/A | All law students | Ongoing | 🔗 Resource | Ongoing | 🌐 Best single resource to find competitions by topic, deadline, and eligibility. | Apply → |
| Brooklyn Law School Writing Competitions Guide | Brooklyn Law School Library | All topics — organized by subject area and deadline | Varies | Varies | N/A | All law students | Ongoing | 🔗 Resource | Ongoing | 🌐 Best organized library guide; separate pages by topic (ADR, T&E, Tax, IP, etc.). | guides.brooklaw.edu/writing_competitions |
| Georgia State Law — By Due Date | Georgia State University College of Law Library | All topics — sorted by deadline | Varies | Varies | N/A | All law students | Ongoing | 🔗 Resource | Ongoing | 🌐 Best for finding upcoming deadlines sorted chronologically. | libguides.law.gsu.edu/studentwritingcompetitions |
| American University WCL Writing Competitions | American University Washington College of Law | All topics | Varies | Varies | N/A | All law students | Ongoing | 🔗 Resource | Ongoing | 🌐 Strong international and public interest focus. | libguides.law.villanova.edu/writingcompetitions |
| Ohio Northern Law School Writing Competitions | Ohio Northern University | All topics — comprehensive national list | Varies | Varies | N/A | All law students | Ongoing | 🔗 Resource | Ongoing | 🌐 Regularly updated comprehensive list. | library.onu.edu/LawStudentWritingCompetitions/UpcomingCompetitions |
| ADDITIONAL COMPETITIONS — preserved research leads; all availability and deadlines require sponsor confirmation | |||||||||||
| Note: Entries marked 🔒 below were added from research report but have annual deadlines that already passed in spring 2026 — dates preserved for 2027 calendaring. | |||||||||||
| ABA Journal / Ross Essay Contest | American Bar Association / ABA Journal | LEGAL SHORT FICTION — creative fiction max 5,000 words that illuminates the role of law/lawyers in modern society. ⚠️ NOT an academic writing competition — requires original fiction/storytelling. | $5,000 | 1st: $5,000 + publication in ABA Journal. Historical record attributed to abajournal.com primary source. | Not specified | US citizens or legal permanent residents ONLY; age 21+; ABA member preferred but not required. AI prohibited. | June 1, 2026 5 PM CDT (historical record attributed to abajournal.com) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. ⚠️ THIS IS A FICTION CONTEST — requires original short story about law or lawyers (not an academic paper). | Apply → |
| Prof. William R. Ginsberg Memorial Essay Contest | American Bar Association / Environmental Clients & Consultants | Environmental Law | Varies | Varies | Not specified | JD student | ~June 3, 2026 | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 3, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| McKelvey Writing Competition | American Association of Patent Judges (AAPJ) | Access to Justice / Plaintiffs' Practice | Varies | See AAPJ site for prizes | Not specified | JD student | June 30, 2026 (historical source noted: Brooklyn Law guide) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Warren E. Burger Writing Competition | American Inns of Court Foundation | Professionalism / Ethics / Civility / Excellence in Legal Profession | $5,000 | 1st: $5,000 (historical record attributed to American Inns of Court; IIT Chicago-Kent + Kline/Drexel guides). Topic: professionalism, ethics, civility, excellence in legal profession. Deadline: July 1, annually. | 10,000–20,000 words (substantial essay) | Open to ALL authors: judges, lawyers, professors, students, scholars — not exclusively law students | July 1, 2026 11:59 PM CST (historical source noted: Brooklyn Law summer guide) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | July 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. $5,000 prize. | Apply → |
| Human Rights Essay Award | Academy on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law / American University WCL | International Human Rights Law — topic changes annually (2026: Right to Protest) | Varies | Publication + award | Not specified | JD / LLM / SJD student | Spring 2026 (closed — 2026 topic: 'Right to Protest') — annual spring deadline | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~Spring 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | american.edu/impact/initiatives-programs/hrlc/human-rights-essay-award/ |
| ABA Section of Taxation — Law Student Tax Challenge | ABA Section of Taxation | Federal Tax Law — problem-based team competition (not a solo writing comp) | Varies per category | Prizes for each category (LL.B/J.D., LLM, etc.) | Team-based; oral argument component | JD or LLM student; team of 2; ABA + Section membership recommended | Spring 2026 oral competition (closed) — problem for 2026-27 released Fall 2026 | 🔒 Spring 2026 closed; 2026-27 cycle begins Fall 2026 | Spring 2027 | ⚠️ Team competition with oral argument component — in-person finals. ✈️ May require travel to ABA Tax Section meeting. | Apply → |
| National Student Writing Competition on Criminal Justice Reform | ABA Criminal Justice Section | Criminal Justice Reform | Varies | See ABA Criminal Justice site | Not specified | JD student | ~July 1, 2026 (2025 was July 1 per Brooklyn Law; verify on ASU Law website) | ⏳ Verify | ~July 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| SLTG Young Lawyer Writing Competition / Urban Lawyer Journal | ABA Section of State, Local & Tribal Government Law | State / Local / Tribal / Urban Government Law | Publication in The Urban Lawyer | Publication + recognition in The Urban Lawyer | Not specified | JD student or young lawyer; ABA-accredited school | January 15, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 15, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Hirsh Student Writing Competition in Legal Medicine | American College of Legal Medicine (ACLM) | Legal Medicine / Health Law / Bioethics | Varies | See ASLME site | Not specified | JD student | January 25, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 25, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| First Amendment Scholars Essay Competition (Diane & Stephen Uhl) | First Amendment Scholars Program | First Amendment Law — 2026 topic: 'Parental Rights' | $4,000 | 1st: $4,000; 2nd: $3,000; 3rd: $2,000; HM: $500 | Not specified | JD student; graduating by spring/summer 2026 | January 30, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~January 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Official sponsor rules (Freedom From Religion Foundation) → |
| NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund 2A Writing Competition | NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund | Second Amendment / Firearms Law | $10,000 | 1st: $10,000; 2nd: $7,000; 3rd: $3,000 | Not specified | JD student at ABA-accredited school | March 1, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Trandafir International Business Writing Competition | University of Iowa / Transnational Law & Contemporary Problems | International Business / Transnational Law | Varies | Publication in Transnational Law & Contemporary Problems | Not specified | JD student | March 6, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 6, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | tlcp.law.uiowa.edu/trandafir-writing-competition |
| International Insolvency Institute Prize in International Insolvency Studies | International Insolvency Institute | International Insolvency / Cross-border Restructuring | Varies | See III Global site | Not specified | JD or LLM student | March 15, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 15, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| White River Environmental Law Competition | Vermont Journal of Environmental Law / Vermont Law | Environmental Law | Publication | Publication in Vermont Journal of Environmental Law | Not specified | JD student | March 27, 2026 (closed) | 🔒 Closed | ~March 27, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | vjel.vermontlaw.edu/writing-competition/ |
| Judge John R. Brown Scholarship Foundation Award | John R. Brown Scholarship Foundation | Any legal topic | $15,000 (1st place) | 1st: $15,000; 2nd: $7,500; 3rd: $5,000; 2 Finalists: $2,500 each; + $5,000 to winner's school scholarship fund. Historical record attributed to brownsims.com primary source. | Faculty/legal-professional letter required | JD student; faculty letter of recommendation required | May 29, 2026 (postmark deadline) — Historical source noted: Brooklyn Law guide | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~May 29, 2027 | 🚨 $15,000 FIRST PLACE — one of the largest student writing prizes in the country. | Official sponsor source → |
| 🔒 2026 cycle closed for competitions below — last verified live May 2026; recurring annually, check for next cycle | |||||||||||
| 🔒 2026 cycle closed — verified from live sources May 2026; recurring annually, check for next cycle | |||||||||||
| ABA Criminal Justice Section — William W. Greenhalgh Student Writing Competition | |||||||||||
| Tax Notes Student Writing Competition | |||||||||||
| American College of Employee Benefits Counsel Writing Competition | American College of Employee Benefits Counsel (ACEBC) | Employee Benefits Law — health benefits, pensions, 401k, ERISA, executive compensation, fiduciary duties | Up to 2 prizes of $2,500 each | Up to 2 winners of $2,500 each; publication consideration | Not specified | JD/LLM students; ABA-accredited law school | June 1, 2026 (historical source noted — Georgia State guide) | 🔒 Closed 2026 | ~June 1, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Andrew P. Vance Memorial Writing Competition | Customs and International Trade Bar Association (CITBA) + Georgetown Law | Customs Law / International Trade Law | $1,000 (1st) | 1st: $1,000; 2nd: $500. Winning papers considered for publication. Historical record attributed to Georgia State guide + CITBA primary source. | Not specified | JD student | ~June 2, 2026 (2025 was June 2, 2025 11:59 PM ET — historical record attributed to CITBA) | ⏳ Verify | ~June 2, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | law.georgetown.edu/iiel — Vance Writing Competition |
| American Journal of Mediation National Dispute Resolution Writing Competition | |||||||||||
| Marshall M. Schulman Competition for Student Papers (Criminal Law/Procedure) | Criminal Law Section of the California Lawyers Association | Criminal Law and/or Criminal Procedure — California focus but nationwide competition | $1,500 | 1st: $1,500; winners invited to present (verify current prizes on CLA site) | Not specified | Nationwide; while focused on California law, past winners have attended schools across the country | ~May 30, 2026 (verify — 2025 was May 30) | ⏳ Verify — may still be open | ~May 30, 2027 | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| 🔒 CLOSED FOR 2026 — HIGH-VALUE PRIZES FOR 2027 CALENDARING | Apply → | ||||||||||
| Epstein Becker Green Annual Health Law Writing Competition | |||||||||||
| 🔒 2026 cycle closed — Federal Bar Association competition recurs annually, check for next cycle | Official Federal Bar Association law student page → | ||||||||||
| FBA Constance Baker Motley Young Professional Essay Competition | |||||||||||
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Fellowships · 42 listings
| Fellowship Name | Sponsor | Compensation | Length | Focus Area | Eligibility | Host Org Required? | In-School or Post-Grad? | 2026/2027 Deadline | Status | Location Notes | FlexJD Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 FLAGSHIP PUBLIC INTEREST FELLOWSHIPS (post-graduate) | ||||||||||||
| Skadden Fellowship | Skadden Fellowship Foundation (Skadden Arps) | $68,000/yr salary support + benefits + debt service | 2 years | Civil legal services for the poor; civil/human rights; working poor, elderly, disabled | Graduating 3Ls & outgoing clerks; must secure 501(c)(3) host org with ≥2 lawyers | YES — required | Post-Grad | 2027 cycle: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (historical source noted: skaddenfellowships.org); Info Session June 8, 2026 12 PM | Legacy record described a 2027 cycle; current availability unverified | 📍 Full-time in-person at host org city | 🌐 Application fully remote. 🔑 Host org required — start identifying NOW. 4th-year part-time students explicitly eligible. | Apply → |
| Justice Catalyst Fellowship | Justice Catalyst (+ COSAL antitrust track) | Quarterly grants to host; salary min. comparable to similarly-situated attorneys | 1 year (renewable) | Innovative/path-breaking social justice lawyering; affirmative litigation; no subject restrictions | Graduating 3Ls or graduates ≤2 years out; host: nonprofit, plaintiff-side firm, union, or government | YES — required | Post-Grad | Optional prospectus: September 1–30, 2026; required application: October 19–December 1, 2026 | Official sponsor page publishes the 2027–2028 fellowship-cycle application schedule | 📍 Full-time at host org | 🌐 Application fully remote. 🔑 Host org required. COSAL track focuses on antitrust litigation. | Official Justice Catalyst fellowship source → |
| Soros Justice Fellowship | Open Society Foundations | Advocacy: $94,500–$127,500/18 mo.; Youth: $57,500/18 mo. | 18 months | US criminal legal system reform; mass incarceration; drug policy; policing | Practitioners, advocates, students with project-based proposals | No | Post-Grad | PAUSED — no 2025 or 2026 cycle | ❌ PAUSED | 📍 US-based projects only | ❌ Program PAUSED as of 2025. Open Society-U.S. is reviewing its U.S. fellowship portfolio. Monitor opensocietyfoundations.org for reinstatement. NOTE: The Soros EQUALITY Fellowship is ALSO suspended (historical source noted UC Davis May 2026: 'Soros Equality Fellowship - TBD - previously suspended'). Both Soros U.S. fellowship programs are paused. Monitor opensocietyfoundations.org. | Apply → |
| Liman Law Fellowship (Yale) | Arthur Liman Center for Public Interest Law, Yale Law School | $60,000/yr stipend | 1 year | Public interest: criminal defense, immigration, tenant work, civil rights | Yale Law School graduates ONLY for main fellowship; 'other schools' possible for In-Residence track | No | Post-Grad | 2028 cycle expected ~Jan 5, 2027 | ⚠️ Yale graduates only | 📍 In-person at host org | ⚠️ Main Liman Fellowship requires Yale JD. NUSL students should NOT prioritize this. In-Residence track has on rare occasion included non-Yale graduates — worth monitoring. | law.yale.edu Liman Law Fellows |
| GBLS (Greater Boston Legal Services) — Skadden/EJW Sponsorship | Greater Boston Legal Services | Through Skadden or EJW (see those entries) | Via fellowship | Civil legal services, housing, immigration, benefits, workers' rights | Students interested in Skadden or EJW who want a Boston-based host org | GBLS IS the host org | Post-Grad | Contact jobs@gbls.org by July 2026 | ✅ Ongoing | 🏙️ Boston-based placement | 🏙️ GBLS has sponsored multiple NUSL graduates for Skadden and EJW. Email jobs@gbls.org with subject 'Fellowship Opportunities' by July. Excellent NUSL pipeline. | Apply → |
| 🏛️ FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HONORS PROGRAMS | ||||||||||||
| DOJ Attorney General's Honors Program | US Department of Justice / OARM | GS-11/Step 1 + full federal benefits; permanent attorney positions | Permanent | All DOJ practice areas: civil rights, antitrust, environment, criminal, tax, immigration, national security | Graduating 3Ls (Oct 2026–Sept 2027 grads for 2026 cycle); recent JDs in clerks/fellows/grad law programs; full- AND part-time JD students eligible | No | Post-Grad | 2027 cycle: ~Aug 22, 2026 (open) → ~Sept 2, 2026 11:59 PM EST (close). Historical record attributed to 2025 precedent: justice.gov opened Aug 22, closed Sept 2, 2025. | Historical record indicated an August 2026 opening; current availability unverified | 📍 DOJ offices (DC + field offices nationwide) | 🌐 Application fully remote. Part-time JD students explicitly eligible. Apply to multiple DOJ components in one application. | Apply → |
| DOJ Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP) | US Department of Justice / OARM | Unpaid (academic credit or hourly in some components); positions are competitive | 8–10+ weeks (Summer 2027) | All DOJ components: civil division, antitrust, environment, civil rights, criminal, tax, immigration | Completed ≥1 semester at accredited law school (≥1 semester FlexJD qualifies); 1L 1st-semester NOT eligible; US citizenship required | No | In-School | 2027 cycle: ~Aug 22, 2026 (open) → ~Sept 2, 2026 11:59 PM EST (close). Paired with AG Honors — same unified application portal. | Historical record indicated an August 2026 opening; current availability unverified | 📍 DC and component field offices; most require in-person. | ⚠️ Most SLIP positions are in-person at DC office. Remote exceptions rare. See SLIP components list before applying. US citizenship required. | Apply → |
| California Attorney General's Honors Program | California Department of Justice / Office of AG | State attorney salary (per CA pay scale) | 2-year commitment | All California DOJ practice areas; statewide positions | 3L in final year; newly admitted CA lawyers (1st year); clerks/fellows completing by Sept of start year; must take or have passed CA July bar | No | Post-Grad | 2027 cycle expected: opens ~Sept 5, 2026; closes ~Oct 17, 2026 | Legacy record indicated a September 2026 opening; current availability unverified | 📍 Positions statewide across California | 📍 Must take CA bar. FlexJD graduates can sit for CA bar. 2-year commitment starting Sept 2027. | oag.ca.gov/careers/honors |
| Massachusetts Attorney General's Intern Program | Massachusetts Attorney General's Office | Paid or credit-based positions | Academic year or summer | Civil rights, consumer protection, healthcare, environment, criminal, AG appellate | Law students at accredited schools | No | In-School | Rolling — check MAG site for current cycle | ✅ Ongoing | 🏙️ Boston / Massachusetts offices | 🏙️ Most relevant AG office given NUSL location. Many NUSL students have placed here. | Apply → |
| 🏢 ACLU STATE CHAPTER FELLOWSHIPS (sponsored — work with ACLU affiliate to apply for EJW/Skadden/Justice Catalyst) | ||||||||||||
| ACLU of Pennsylvania — Legal Fellowship | ACLU of Pennsylvania | EJW/Skadden salary range | 2 years | Civil rights in Pennsylvania (voting, LGBTQ+, criminal justice, immigrants' rights) | 3L/recent grad | ACLU IS the host org | Post-Grad | Rolling — check APA careers site | ⏳ Verify | 📍 Philadelphia, PA | 📍 Philadelphia placement. EJW/Skadden track. | Official ACLU-PA jobs board — this posting has closed → |
| ACLU of Minnesota — Legal Fellow | ACLU of Minnesota | EJW/Skadden salary range | 2 years | Civil rights in Minnesota | 3L/recent grad | ACLU IS the host org | Post-Grad | ~August 15, 2026 (annual) | Historical record indicated a Summer 2026 opening; current availability unverified | 📍 Minneapolis, MN | 📍 Minneapolis placement. Annual August 15 deadline. | Apply → |
| ACLU of Connecticut — Legal Fellow | ACLU of Connecticut | EJW/Skadden salary range | 2 years | Civil rights in Connecticut | 3L/recent grad; CT residency required | ACLU IS the host org | Post-Grad | Rolling — check ACLUCT site | ⏳ Verify | 📍 Hartford, CT | 📍 Hartford placement. CT residency required. | Official ACLU-CT jobs board → |
| ACLU National — Karpatkin Fellowship | ACLU National (Racial Justice Program) | EJW/Skadden salary range | 2 years | Racial justice advocacy; civil rights litigation | 3L/recent grad | ACLU IS the host org | Post-Grad | Rolling through September 6, 2026 | Recorded as open in the legacy corpus; current availability unverified | 📍 New York, NY (national) | 📍 NYC-based. DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 6, 2026. | Apply → |
| 💼 BIGLAW 1L DIVERSITY FELLOWSHIPS / SPONSORED PROGRAMS (apply fall of 1L year for 1L summer) | ||||||||||||
| Sidley Austin — 1L Diversity Fellowship + Built to Succeed | Sidley Austin LLP | $50,000 total scholarship ($25K at 2L summer + $25K upon full-time joining) | 1L/2L summers + full-time | BigLaw; all practice areas | Current 1Ls; diversity focus; applications open with 2L summer recruiting | No | In-School (1L) | Track OCI and Sidley direct application schedule (typically Oct-Nov 1L fall) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Sidley offices (Chicago, NY, DC, SF, Boston, others) | 📍 In-person at Sidley summer program city. Strong scholarship. Apply during 1L OCI. | Apply → |
| SEO Law Fellowship | Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) | $10,000 stipend + paid law firm internship | Pre-law summer program (entering 1Ls only) | Law firm summer; BigLaw pipeline for underrepresented students | ENTERING 1Ls only (applying to law school for Fall 2026) — NOT for current students | No | Pre-Law (not for current students) | N/A for current FlexJD students | ⚠️ Pre-law only | NYC + virtual | ⚠️ SEO Law is for students ENTERING law school — not actionable for current FlexJD students. Share with pre-law mentees. | Apply → |
| Goodwin Procter 1L Scholars / Public Interest Fellowship | Goodwin Procter LLP | See Goodwin site for current amounts | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw + public interest rotation | Current 1Ls; diversity | No | In-School (1L) | Track Goodwin careers site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Goodwin offices (Boston, NY, DC, SF, London) | 🏙️ Boston office particularly relevant for NUSL LOC students. | Apply → |
| Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans | Paul & Daisy Soros Foundation | $90,000 total support over 2 years ($25,000 maintenance + $20,000 tuition per year) | 2 years | Graduate education of any type (including JD) for immigrants and children of immigrants | New Americans (immigrants or US-born children of immigrants); ≤30 years old; ≤2 years in current grad program at time of application; 30 fellows selected annually | No | In-School (while enrolled) | 2027 cycle: opens April 2026; deadline October 29, 2026 2 PM ET | Official sponsor page states that the 2027 application is open and due October 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET | 🌐 Graduate study anywhere | 🌐 Fully remote application. ⚠️ Age limit (≤30) and New American eligibility apply. $90,000 over 2 years is transformative funding. DEADLINE: October 29, 2026 2 PM ET. | Apply → |
| 🌎 OTHER NOTABLE FELLOWSHIPS (foundation, specialty, international) | ||||||||||||
| Frank M. Coffin Family Law Public Interest Fellowship | Maine Justice Foundation | See Maine Justice Foundation site | 1 year | Family law / civil legal services; Maine-based | Law students or recent grads interested in Maine | No | Post-Grad | October 9, 2026 | Legacy record described this listing as open; current availability unverified | 📍 Portland, Maine | 📍 Maine placement. Unique opportunity for students interested in New England. | Apply → |
| Borchard Foundation Fellowships | Borchard Foundation Center on Law & Aging | See Borchard site for current amounts | Varies | Elder law / law and aging | Law students, graduates, and scholars interested in aging issues | No | Post-Grad / In-School | Check Borchard site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 🌐 Remote-friendly research projects | 🌐 Strong overlap with FlexJD student demographics (many students have aging family members as context). | Apply → |
| Stoneleigh Foundation Fellowship | Stoneleigh Foundation | See Stoneleigh site for current amounts | 2 years | Pennsylvania child welfare and juvenile justice | Researchers, advocates, lawyers; Pennsylvania-based projects | No | Post-Grad | Check Stoneleigh site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Pennsylvania-based projects | 📍 Pennsylvania placement. Strong for child welfare/juvenile justice focus. | Apply → |
| ISLP (International Senior Lawyers Project) | International Senior Lawyers Project | Travel + logistics support | Short-term assignments (weeks to months) | International development law; commercial law reform in developing countries | Attorneys (retired or active); some student opportunities | No | Post-Grad | Rolling applications | ✅ Ongoing | ✈️ International travel required; destination varies | ✈️ International placements (Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe). Strong for global/international development interests. | Official ISLP volunteer placements → |
| Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Fellowship | Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights | See RFK HR site for current amounts | Varies | Human rights / international law / advocacy | Law students and recent graduates | No | Post-Grad / In-School | Check RFK HR site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 🌐 Remote-accessible for some roles | 🌐 Strong for international human rights focus. | Apply → |
| 💼 ADDITIONAL BIGLAW 1L DIVERSITY FELLOWSHIPS | ||||||||||||
| ⚖️ ADDITIONAL PUBLIC INTEREST FELLOWSHIPS | ||||||||||||
| Ropes & Gray — Roscoe Trimmier Jr. Diversity Scholarship | Ropes & Gray LLP | See Ropes & Gray site | 1L/2L summers + full-time offer | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Ropes & Gray careers site (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 R&G offices (Boston, NY, DC, SF, Chicago, others) | 🏙️ Boston office particularly relevant for NUSL. Apply during 1L OCI fall semester. | Apply → |
| WilmerHale — 1L Diversity Fellowship | WilmerHale LLP | See WilmerHale site | 1L/2L summers + full-time offer | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track WilmerHale careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 WilmerHale offices (Boston, NY, DC, SF, others) | 🏙️ Boston office relevant for NUSL. | Apply → |
| Latham & Watkins — Diversity Scholars Program | Latham & Watkins LLP | See Latham site | 1L/2L summers + full-time offer | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Latham careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Multiple offices nationwide | 🌐 Application fully remote. | Official Latham US law-student recruiting → |
| Akin Gump — 1L Diversity Fellowship | Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP | See Akin Gump site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Akin careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Multiple offices | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Mayer Brown — 1L Excellence Scholars Program | Mayer Brown LLP | See Mayer Brown site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Mayer Brown careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Multiple offices | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Paul, Weiss — Building Bridges Diverse Scholars | Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | See Paul Weiss site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Paul Weiss careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 New York primarily | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Kirkland & Ellis — 1L Diversity Fellowship | Kirkland & Ellis LLP | See Kirkland site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Kirkland careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Multiple offices | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Cravath — 1L Diversity Fellowship | Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | See Cravath site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Cravath careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 New York | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Davis Polk — 1L Diversity Fellowship | Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | See Davis Polk site | 1L/2L summers | BigLaw; diversity | Current 1Ls; diversity focus | No | In-School (1L) | Track Davis Polk careers (fall of 1L year) | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 New York, DC | 🌐 Application remote. | Apply → |
| Justice Catalyst — COSAL Antitrust Fellowship | Justice Catalyst / COSAL (Coordination for Structural Antitrust Litigation) | Via host plaintiff-side firm (see Justice Catalyst site) | 1 year | Antitrust litigation; structural/systemic antitrust work at plaintiff-side firms | 3L or recent grad; placed at plaintiff-side antitrust firm partner of COSAL | YES — host antitrust firm required | Post-Grad | Mid-June to mid-September annually | Historical record described a Summer 2026 opening; current availability unverified | 📍 Plaintiff-side antitrust firm (varies) | 🔑 Host antitrust firm required. Separate from main Justice Catalyst Fellowship — specifically for antitrust litigation. | Apply → |
| Echoing Green Fellowship | Echoing Green Foundation | ~$80,000 over 2 years + training + leadership development | 2 years | Social entrepreneurship; innovation in public service (including law-related projects) | Social entrepreneurs launching new social ventures including legal-focused ones | YES — self-designed project/org | Post-Grad / Any stage | Annual — check Echoing Green site (~January deadline historically) | ⏳ Track annually | 🌐 Remote-accessible for most projects | 🌐 Not law-specific but lawyers have won with legal aid startups, access to justice projects. Strong for FlexJD students with entrepreneurial public interest ideas. | Apply → |
| NACDL Criminal Defense Fellowships | National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Foundation | See NACDL site | Varies | Criminal defense; indigent defense; wrongful conviction | Law students and recent graduates interested in criminal defense | No | Post-Grad / In-School | Check NACDL site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 🌐 Various placements | 🌐 NACDL operates several fellowship and grant programs for criminal defense lawyers and students. | Apply → |
| AARP Foundation Litigation Fellowship | AARP Foundation | See AARP Foundation site | Rolling | Elder law; age discrimination; benefits; consumer protection for older Americans | Recent law graduates | No | Post-Grad | Rolling applications | ✅ Ongoing | 📍 Washington DC | 📍 DC-based. Strong for elder law, benefits, and housing interests. | Apply → |
| Independence Foundation Public Interest Fellowships | Independence Foundation (Philadelphia) | See Independence Foundation site | 1 year | Public interest law; civil legal services; Philadelphia-area | Law graduates interested in Philadelphia-area public interest work | No | Post-Grad | Annual — check Independence Foundation site | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 Philadelphia, PA | 📍 Philadelphia focus. Strong for students interested in Pennsylvania practice. | Apply → |
| Partnership for Civil Justice — Justice Fellowship | Partnership for Civil Justice Fund | See PCJ site | Varies | Civil rights litigation; progressive constitutional law | Law graduates with strong civil rights litigation interest | No | Post-Grad | Rolling | ✅ Ongoing | 📍 Oakland, CA or Washington DC | 📍 Oakland or DC. Plaintiff-side civil rights litigation. | Apply → |
| 🏢 ACLU ADDITIONAL AFFILIATES + MISSING FELLOWSHIPS | ||||||||||||
| ACLU of Idaho — Legal Fellow | ACLU of Idaho | EJW/Skadden salary range | 2 years | Civil rights in Idaho | 3L/recent grad; hybrid 2–3 days in office | ACLU IS the host org | Post-Grad | 2026 cycle deadline was Aug 1, 2025 (closed); 2027 cycle: ~Aug 1, 2026 | ⏳ 2027 deadline ~Aug 1, 2026 | 📍 Boise, Idaho. | 📍 Boise, ID placement. ACLU is the host org for EJW/Skadden application. | Official ACLU of Idaho jobs board → |
| ACLU Affiliate Job Listings — All 53 State/Territory Affiliates | ACLU National | Varies by affiliate | 2 years (typical) | Civil rights across all focus areas — varies by state affiliate | 3L/recent grad; check each affiliate for eligibility | Affiliate IS the host org | Post-Grad | Varies by affiliate — check each individually | ⏳ Varies | 📍 Placement in affiliate's state | 🔗 Use ACLU affiliate index to find ALL 53 state/territory ACLU fellowships. Affiliates not individually listed (NE, SoCal, HI, DC, CO, IL, SC, and others) all post opportunities here. | Apply → |
| Hanna S. Cohn Public Interest Fellowship | Empire Justice Center | See Empire Justice Center site | 1 year | Civil legal services; economic justice; benefits; housing; disability | Recent law graduates; New York focus | No | Post-Grad | Check Empire Justice Center site annually | ⏳ Track annually | 📍 New York (Empire Justice Center offices) | 📍 NY-based. Strong for civil legal services, benefits, housing. | Apply → |
| 🚨 ADDITIONAL FELLOWSHIP LEADS — statuses were observed in May 2026 and now require sponsor recheck | ||||||||||||
| CRLA Rural Justice Fellowships | California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) | See CRLA site for compensation details | Varies | Rural legal services; agricultural workers; immigration; housing; consumer; benefits — 17 field offices in California | Law graduates interested in rural legal services in California | No | Post-Grad | Legacy record reported rolling applications through February 26, 2027; confirm directly with the sponsor | Legacy record described rolling applications through February 2027; confirm with the sponsor | 📍 California — 17 field offices (rural CA) | Legacy May 2026 record described a long application window and 17 rural California field offices; current availability and terms require sponsor confirmation. | Apply → |
| 2026 Justice Harry Low Fellowship | Justice Harry Low Public Interest Law Fellowship (California) | See program site for compensation | Varies | Civil rights, social justice — California focus (named for Justice Harry Low) | Law students or recent graduates interested in California civil rights practice | No | Post-Grad / In-School | May 15, 2026 (calendar for 2027: ~May 2027) | 🔒 Closed May 15, 2026 / calendar 2027 | 📍 California | Historical deadline: May 15, 2026. A 2027 date was only an estimate; search the official sponsor for any current cycle. | ucdavis.edu/career-services/job-resources/public-service-fellowships |
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Clerkships · 26 listings
| Court / Position Type | Geographic Scope | Application System | When to Apply | Typical Length | Part-Time / FlexJD Notes | Additional Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⚖️ FEDERAL COURTS — Apply via OSCAR (oscar.uscourts.gov) | |||||||
| OSCAR — Online System for Clerkship Application and Review | All federal courts using OSCAR | OSCAR (primary system) | Historical record attributed to oscar.uscourts.gov (primary source): Class of 2027: access Jan 20, 2026 (already granted). Class of 2028: access Jan 19, 2027 at 8 AM EST. Class of 2029: ~January 2028 (not yet announced — check oscar.uscourts.gov). Federal Hiring Plan application release date: June 8, 2026 (Class of 2027 2L apps). FlexJD: Use 'Alternate Graduation Date' path in OSCAR. | 1–2 years | 🌐 Apply from anywhere. | Federal Law Clerk Hiring Plan (Pilot): judges using the plan hold 2L apps until mid-June; 3L/grad apps released immediately. Non-plan judges: apply any time after OSCAR access date. | oscar.uscourts.gov |
| U.S. Supreme Court — Chambers | National | Direct to chambers (NOT on OSCAR) | Typically requires prior Circuit clerkship; apply 2–3 years before start | 1 year | ⚠️ Typically requires Circuit clerkship first. | Apply directly to each justice's chambers; deadlines unstated; typically hired via prior Circuit clerks network. | Apply → |
| U.S. District Courts (94 Districts) | All 50 states + DC + territories | OSCAR + direct to chambers | 1–2 years before desired start; Hiring Plan dates apply for some judges | 1–2 years | 🌐 94 districts — one in every state. | Volume of judges means more available clerkships than Circuit. Many judges actively recruit non-T14 candidates. | oscar.uscourts.gov |
| U.S. Bankruptcy Courts | All federal districts | OSCAR | 6–12 months before start; rolling | 1–2 years | 🌐 Bankruptcy clerk positions available in every district. | Often hire closer to start date than Article III courts. Excellent commercial law credential. | oscar.uscourts.gov |
| U.S. Magistrate Judges | All federal districts | OSCAR + direct | 6–12 months before start; rolling | 1–2 years | 🌐 Magistrate judge clerkships are underutilized and excellent. | Often more accessible than Article III judges. Strong mentorship opportunities. | oscar.uscourts.gov |
| U.S. Tax Court — Attorney-Advisors | Washington DC | Direct to court (NOT on OSCAR) | Apply 1 year before start; dedicated career page | 2 years | 📍 DC-based position. | Tax Court clerk ≠ tax clerk at a district court. Dedicated application through Tax Court's own system. | Apply → |
| U.S. Court of Federal Claims | Washington DC | Direct to court | Apply 1 year before start | 1–2 years | 📍 DC-based. | Unique jurisdiction covering claims against the federal government. Niche but prestigious. | uscfc.uscourts.gov/job-opportunities-employment |
| U.S. Court of International Trade | New York, NY | Direct to court | Apply 1 year before start | 1–2 years | 📍 New York-based. | Unique trade law credential. One of the most specialized federal courts. | cit.uscourts.gov/human-resources-general-information |
| U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (CAAF) | Washington DC | Direct to court (not on OSCAR) | Apply via CAAF careers page | 1–2 years | 📍 DC-based. | Unique military law credential. Very few applications each year — strong odds for interested students. | armfor.uscourts.gov |
| 7th Circuit — Staff Attorney Positions | Chicago, IL | OSCAR (staff attorney postings) | Applications for Aug 2027 start: reviewed mid-June 2026; interviews July 2026 | 1–2 years | 📍 Chicago-based. | 7th Circuit staff attorney positions posted on OSCAR. Applications reviewed mid-June 2026 for August 2027 starts. | ca7.uscourts.gov — employment information |
| 🏛️ STATE COURTS — Selected Programs | |||||||
| Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) | Massachusetts (statewide) | Online application · mass.gov | 2027–28 closed. Watch for the 2028–29 window | 1 year | 🏙️ Most relevant state court given NUSL location. 2Ls and 3Ls may apply as soon as the window opens; graduates may apply any time after it opens. | Fourteen openings for 2027–28, and the court states “All law clerk positions for the 2027-2028 term have been filled.” Offers are made on a rolling basis, so applying early matters more than applying at the deadline. Separate application from the Appeals Court. Read 2026-08-30. | Applicant info → |
| Massachusetts Appeals Court | Massachusetts (statewide) | Online application · mass.gov | Closes 31 August 2026 for the 2027–28 court year | 1 year | 🏙️ Boston-based, and the window is open now — the one state clerkship a NUSL student can still act on this month. | The court’s own words: “Applicants for the 2027-2028 court year must complete an online application between August 1, 2026, and August 31, 2026.” Requires Massachusetts residence by the clerkship start date. Separate application from the SJC, whose 2027–28 term is already filled. Read 2026-08-30. | Apply → |
| Massachusetts Appeals Court | Massachusetts | Direct / mass.gov | Apply 1 year before start; rolling | 1 year | 🏙️ Intermediate appellate court in MA. | Apply directly to individual justice chambers or via Mass. court system employment page. | Apply → |
| New York Court of Appeals | New York (statewide) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1–2 years before start | 1 year | 📍 Albany, NY. | ⚠️ FlexJD graduates cannot sit for NY bar exam, but that does not prevent clerking for NY courts (clerkship ≠ bar admission requirement in most jurisdictions). Confirm with each judge. | Apply → |
| California Supreme Court / Court of Appeal | California (statewide) | Direct to chambers / court system | Apply 1 year before start | 1–2 years | 📍 California statewide. | Apply to individual justices. CA bar admission typically required or expected. FlexJD students CAN sit for CA bar. | Official California Judicial Branch careers → |
| OPM Federal Career Guide for Law Students — Reference | All federal agencies | OPM guide — reference document | N/A — reference | N/A | 🌐 Reference document (not a clerkship). | Download the March 2026 OPM Federal Career Guide for Law Students for a complete list of federal agency honors programs. | Apply → |
| ⚖️ ADDITIONAL FEDERAL AND STATE COURTS | |||||||
| U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) | National (Washington DC) | Direct to court (separate from OSCAR) | Apply via CAVC careers page | 1 year | 📍 DC-based. | Exclusively hears veterans benefits appeals. Relatively accessible. Strong credential for veterans law practice. | Official CAVC law clerk openings → |
| Federal Administrative Law Judges (ALJ positions) | Nationwide at various federal agencies | OPM and agency-specific hiring | ALJ positions are post-admission; student externships with agency OGCs are the in-school path | Permanent positions | ⚠️ ALJ positions require bar admission. | For in-school ALJ-adjacent work, extern with relevant agency (SSA OGC, EEOC, DOL OALJ). Full ALJ positions require bar admission. | Official OPM ALJ qualification standard → |
| New Jersey Supreme Court / Appellate Division | New Jersey (statewide) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Trenton/Newark, NJ. | NJ Supreme Court is among the most innovative state supreme courts. Strong credential for NJ/NY practice. | Official New Jersey Courts clerkship page → |
| Pennsylvania Supreme Court / Superior Court | Pennsylvania (Philadelphia/Pittsburgh/Harrisburg) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, or Harrisburg. | Three major cities offering clerkship opportunities at state's highest courts. | Apply → |
| Illinois Supreme Court / Appellate Court | Illinois (Chicago/Springfield) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Chicago or Springfield. | Illinois Supreme Court clerkship is a strong credential for Chicago legal market. | Official Illinois Judicial Branch clerkship openings → |
| Washington Supreme Court / Court of Appeals | Washington State (Olympia/Seattle) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Olympia or Seattle. | Washington State is a NextGen UBE pilot state — particularly relevant for students interested in WA practice. | Official Washington Courts source → |
| Oregon Supreme Court / Court of Appeals | Oregon (Salem/Portland) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Salem or Portland. | Oregon is a NextGen UBE pilot state. Strong credential for Pacific Northwest practice. | Official Oregon appellate clerkships → |
| Hawaii Supreme Court / Intermediate Court of Appeals | Hawaii (Honolulu) | Direct to chambers | Apply 1 year before start | 1 year | 📍 Honolulu. | Unique opportunity for students interested in Pacific practice including indigenous Hawaiian law. | Official Hawaiʻi Judiciary jobs → |
| 🔗 CLERKSHIP RESEARCH GUIDES — Essential reference resources | |||||||
| Cornell Law — How and When to Apply for Clerkships | Cornell Law School | Law school guide (reference) | Read before applying — covers timing for plan/non-plan judges | N/A | 🌐 Free guide covering application timing, whether to apply as 2L vs 3L, Hiring Plan implications, and practical advice from Cornell career services. | Strong practical guide for understanding clerkship timeline and strategy. | Official Cornell Law clerkship guidance → |
| University of Michigan — Federal Clerkship Research Guide | University of Michigan Law Library | Law library guide (reference) | Use when researching specific judges and chambers | N/A | 🌐 Free guide covering how to research individual judges, find judicial biographies, and understand clerkship hiring patterns by court type. | Best reference for researching individual judges before applying. | Official Michigan Law Library clerkship guide → |
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Bar Prep · 24 listings
| Resource / Program | Provider | Type | NextGen UBE Ready? | Cost (approx.) | Best For | FlexJD Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚨 NEXTGEN UBE — LAUNCHED JULY 2026 IN 10 JURISDICTIONS (CT, MD, MO, OR, WA, ID, Guam, NMI, Palau, USVI) | |||||||
| Colorado adds NextGen July 2028. ALL other UBE jurisdictions remain on legacy UBE for now. Verify your target state before choosing prep. | |||||||
| NCBE — NextGen UBE Official Page | National Conference of Bar Examiners | Official Reference | ✅ YES — primary source | Free | All students targeting NextGen UBE jurisdictions (CT, MD, MO, OR, WA, ID + territories) | 🌐 Free. | Apply → |
| NCBE — NextGen Official Sample Questions | National Conference of Bar Examiners | Official Practice | ✅ YES | Free | All students targeting NextGen UBE jurisdictions | 🌐 Free official sample questions for the NextGen UBE format. | Apply → |
| NCBE — NextGen Official Study Aids | National Conference of Bar Examiners | Official Study Aids | ✅ YES | Paid (check law school library for free access via West Academic) | Students sitting NextGen UBE in 2026–2028 | 🌐 NCBE's own NextGen study aids — check your law school library for free access via West Academic before purchasing. | Apply → |
| NextGen Bar Exam Developer Site | NCBE | Official Reference | ✅ YES | Free | Understanding the 'why' behind NextGen exam design; subject-matter detail | 🌐 Free. | Official NCBE NextGen developer site → |
| BARBRI — Full Course (includes NextGen prep) | BARBRI | Commercial — Full Course | ✅ YES | $1,500–$4,500 depending on package | Students who prefer a comprehensive structured program; legacy UBE or NextGen | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| BARBRI — NextGen Explainer | BARBRI | Commercial — NextGen Reference | ✅ YES | Free article | Understanding NextGen UBE structure and how BARBRI is adapting | 🌐 Free resource explaining NextGen. | Apply → |
| Themis Bar Review | Themis / UWorld | Commercial — Full Course | ✅ YES | ~$1,200–$2,500 | Students wanting an adaptive, video-based approach; now part of UWorld family | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Kaplan Bar Review | Kaplan | Commercial — Full Course | ✅ YES | ~$1,500–$3,000 | Students who prefer structured video lectures and structured study calendars | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| AdaptiBar | AdaptiBar | MBE-Only Practice | ⏳ Verify for NextGen (MBE-focus; confirm NextGen MBE readiness on adaptibar.com) | ~$400–$600 | MBE multiple choice intensive practice; works as supplement to full course | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| UWorld MBE QBank | UWorld Legal | MBE Practice + Essays | ✅ YES (NextGen modules) | ~$600–$1,200; 50-question free trial | MBE and essay practice; adaptive difficulty; NextGen-format questions available | 🌐 Fully remote. | Official UWorld Legal MBE source → |
| JD Advising | JD Advising | Supplement / Expert Advice | ✅ YES | Free resources + paid tutoring/courses | Free one-sheets, MEE archive, NextGen model answers; paid tutoring and essays | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| Helix Bar Review | AccessLex / Helix | Commercial — Full Course | ✅ YES — NextGen ready | AccessLex affiliated pricing | Students who want NextGen-specific full course; lower price point than BARBRI/Kaplan | 🌐 Fully remote. | Apply → |
| SmartBarPrep | SmartBarPrep | Free MEE Resources | ✅ Partial (MEE subjects) | Free | Free MEE study guides and model answers archive; quick subject outlines | 🌐 Fully free. | Official SmartBarPrep site → |
| Quimbee Bar Review | Quimbee | Commercial — Full Course | ✅ YES | ~$799–$1,299 | Students who already use Quimbee for law school; seamless integration | 🌐 Fully remote. | Official Quimbee SideBar videos (full bar review discontinued) → |
| NCBE — Official MBE Sample Questions (Legacy UBE) | NCBE | Official Practice — Legacy | ⚠️ Legacy UBE (not NextGen) | Free PDF | Students sitting legacy UBE (non-NextGen jurisdictions) — especially MA, NY, PA, FL, TX | 🌐 Free. | Apply → |
| NCBE — MEE/MPT Past Questions and Analyses | NCBE | Official Practice — Legacy | ⚠️ Legacy UBE (verify NextGen MEE changes) | Paid (NCBE store) | MEE and MPT practice; official model answers | 🌐 Purchase from NCBE store. | Official NCBE study aids → |
| NCBE — MPRE Official Resources | NCBE | Official Practice — MPRE | N/A (MPRE unchanged) | Free sample test + official prep | All students — MPRE required for bar admission in most states | 🌐 Free sample test + practice questions at ncbex.org. | Apply → |
| AccessLex — Free Bar Prep Resources | AccessLex Institute | Free Resources | ✅ YES | Free | Free guides, scholarship resources, and bar prep toolkit; AccessLex Helix discount links | 🌐 Free. | Official AccessLex academic and bar success hub → |
| NUSL Bar Success Program (Antoinette Coakley) | Northeastern University School of Law | In-House — NUSL | ✅ YES (NUSL tailored) | Free for NUSL students | NUSL JD students; 100% bar passage FlexJD Class of 2025; Coakley provides individualized support | 🌐 Free for NUSL students. | law.northeastern.edu/academics/academic-resources/academic-success-program/ |
| Massachusetts Board of Bar Examiners | Commonwealth of Massachusetts | State Bar Reference | ⏳ NextGen TBD (MA not yet in pilot) | Free information | Students planning to sit for MA bar; legacy UBE state for now | ⚠️ MA is NOT in the July 2026 NextGen pilot. | Apply → |
| New York Board of Law Examiners | New York State | State Bar Reference | ⚠️ Legacy UBE (NY not in NextGen pilot) | Free information | Students considering New York; individual eligibility must be confirmed directly with the New York Board of Law Examiners | ⚠️ This site does not determine New York eligibility. Confirm current distance-education rules and your individual record directly with NY BOLE and NUSL Bar Success. | Official NY bar exam dates and filing deadlines → |
| California State Bar — Admissions | State of California | State Bar Reference | ⚠️ CA uses its own exam (not UBE) | Free information | Students considering California; individual eligibility must be confirmed directly with the State Bar of California | 🌐 CA uses its own two-day exam (not UBE). | Official State Bar of California examinations → |
| DC Court of Appeals Committee on Admissions | District of Columbia | State Bar Reference | ⏳ DC not in NextGen pilot | Free information | Students considering the District of Columbia; individual eligibility must be confirmed directly with the Committee on Admissions | ⚠️ This site does not determine District of Columbia eligibility; confirm directly with the Committee on Admissions. | Official DC Committee on Admissions → |
| 🔗 ADDITIONAL BAR PREP RESOURCES | |||||||
| LawHub by LSAC | LSAC (Law School Admission Council) | Pre-law / 1L Academic Resource | ⏳ Verify for NextGen | Free (with law school access) | 1L course support and bar prep adjacent resources | 🌐 Free via law school subscription. | Official LawHub law school success resources → |
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Journals & Publication · 19 listings
| Journal / Publication | School / Sponsor | Topic Focus | Outside Students? | Submission System | Annual Deadline (approx.) | Word Limit | Publication Type | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 📰 JOURNALS EXPLICITLY ACCEPTING OUTSIDE STUDENT SUBMISSIONS OR COMPETITION-BASED PUBLICATION | |||||||||
| Harvard Law & Policy Review | Harvard Law School | Law and public policy (all subjects) | ✅ YES — open to outside students | Scholastica / direct | Rolling (2–3 submission windows per year) | Flexible | Open submission | Accepts submissions from students at all law schools. | Apply → |
| Vermont Journal of Environmental Law (VJEL) | Vermont Law & Graduate School | Environmental, Natural Resources, Energy Law | ✅ YES — competition + open | White River Competition / Scholastica | ~March 27 (via White River Competition) | Not specified | Competition + open submissions | Win White River Competition → publication. | Official Vermont Journal of Environmental Law → |
| Berkeley Technology Law Journal | UC Berkeley School of Law | Technology Law, IP, Privacy, Cybersecurity | ✅ YES — competition + open | BTLJ Competition / Scholastica | ~March 31 (via BTLJ Competition) | Not specified | Competition + open submissions | Prestigious tech law journal. | Apply → |
| American Indian Law Review | University of Oklahoma College of Law | Native American / Tribal / Indigenous Law | ✅ YES — competition open to all | AILR Competition / direct | ~February 27 (annual) | Not specified | Competition + limited open submissions | Top indigenous law journal. | Official American Indian Law Review → |
| Stanford Technology Law Review | Stanford Law School | Technology Law, IP, Regulatory | ✅ Verify — has accepted outside submissions | Scholastica | Rolling | Not specified | Open (verify current policy) | Selective but has historically accepted outside submissions. | Official Stanford Law journal page → |
| Georgetown Law Technology Review | Georgetown University Law Center | Technology Law, AI, Privacy, Cybersecurity | ✅ YES — annual competition + open; 2025 prize: $1,000 per category | Competition / direct | ~June (annual competition) | Annual writing competition (open to all ABA law students nationwide): 2025 prizes were $1,000 (1st place overall) + $1,000 (best AI-topic paper). Competition URL: law.www.law.georgetown.edu/tech-institute/retired-webpages/writing-competition/ 2025 deadline was June 6; 2026 date not yet confirmed. Submissions to: TechInstitute@law.georgetown.edu (Word format). Also accepts submissions via Scholastica for journal articles. | Competition + open submissions | Annual writing competition (~June deadline) + open submissions throughout year. | Apply → |
| Notice & Comment Blog (Yale J. on Regulation + ABA Admin) | Yale Journal on Regulation / ABA Admin Law Section | Administrative Law, Regulatory Policy | ✅ YES — short essays 800–2,000 words | Email editors | Rolling | 800–2,000 words | Online commentary | Excellent for shorter pieces on admin law/regulation. | Apply → |
| Scholastica — Law Review Submission Database | Scholastica (third-party platform) | All topics | 🔗 Aggregator for all journals | Scholastica platform | Varies by journal | Varies | Aggregator platform | 🔗 Use Scholastica to search for journals accepting outside student submissions. | Official Scholastica submissions centre → |
| ExpressO / bepress | bepress (Elsevier) | All topics | 🔗 Aggregator | ExpressO platform | Varies by journal | Varies | Aggregator platform | 🔗 Alternative submission platform. | Official ExpressO/bepress source → |
| 📰 ADDITIONAL JOURNALS ACCEPTING OUTSIDE STUDENT SUBMISSIONS | |||||||||
| The Urban Lawyer | ABA Section of State, Local & Tribal Government Law | State / Local / Tribal / Urban Government Law | ✅ YES — competition + open | SLTG Competition / direct | January 15 (via SLTG Competition) + rolling direct | Not specified | Competition + open submissions | Accepts student notes on state/local/tribal law topics. | Apply → |
| Columbia Journal of Law & the Arts | Columbia Law School | Entertainment, Media, IP, Arts, Technology, Sports Law | ✅ Verify current policy | Scholastica / direct | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions (verify) | Covers entertainment and media law — strong for IP, sports, and technology law interests. | Official Columbia Journal of Law & the Arts → |
| Columbia Human Rights Law Review | Columbia Law School | International and Domestic Human Rights Law | ✅ YES | Scholastica | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Accepts outside student submissions. | Official Columbia Human Rights Law Review → |
| Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review | Harvard Law School | Civil Rights / Civil Liberties / Constitutional Law | ✅ YES — limited outside student submissions | Scholastica | Rolling | Not specified | Open (competitive) | One of the most prestigious civil rights journals. | Apply → |
| Michigan Journal of Race & Law | University of Michigan Law School | Race, Equity, Civil Rights, Anti-Discrimination Law | ✅ Verify current policy | Scholastica / direct | Rolling | Not specified | Open (verify) | Strong for racial justice and civil rights focus. | Official Michigan Journal of Race & Law → |
| Boston University International Law Journal | Boston University School of Law | International Law and International Business | ✅ YES | Scholastica / direct | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Accepts outside student submissions. | Official BU International Law Journal → |
| Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review | Boston College Law School | Environmental Law, Natural Resources, Energy | ✅ YES | Scholastica / direct | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Accepts outside student submissions. | Journal archive, 1971–2017 → |
| Harvard Negotiation Law Review | Harvard Law School | Negotiation, Dispute Resolution, Conflict Management | ✅ YES | Scholastica / direct | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Strong overlap with ADR interests and Boskey competition. | Apply → |
| 📰 ADDITIONAL JOURNALS (from research report) | |||||||||
| University of Pennsylvania Journal of Constitutional Law | University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School | Constitutional Law | ✅ YES | Scholastica | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Accepts outside student submissions. | Official Penn Journal of Constitutional Law → |
| Harvard Journal on Legislation | Harvard Law School | Legislation, Regulatory Policy, Administrative Law | ✅ YES | Scholastica | Rolling | Not specified | Open submissions | Accepts outside student submissions on legislation and regulatory policy. | Official Harvard Journal on Legislation → |
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Pro Bono & Volunteer · 17 listings
| Organization / Program | Program Type | Remote Accessible? | Geographic Requirement | Commitment Level | Application Process | FlexJD Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌐 REMOTE-ACCESSIBLE PRO BONO PLATFORMS | |||||||
| ABA Free Legal Answers | Volunteer attorney brief-advice platform | Remote through participating state platforms | Attorneys authorized in a participating state; student participation is not guaranteed nationally | Self-directed; no published minimum | Register through the applicable state platform | Active attorney platform; students must confirm a supervised pathway | Official program details → |
| ABA Commission on Immigration — Pro Bono Opportunities | Project-specific intake, observation, screening, hotline, or representation | Remote and in-person roles vary by project | Some intake and court-observation roles accept law students; attorney-only roles and language requirements also apply | Project-specific; a current remote observation role states 15 hours/week | Use the official opportunity page and Volunteer Interest Survey | Active opportunity page, but match every student to a specific role | Official ABA opportunities → |
| Pro Bono Net — National Pro Bono Opportunities Guide | Searchable opportunity directory, not a direct service program | Location and remote status vary by host | Eligibility varies; filter for law-student opportunities and verify with each host | Host-specific | Search the guide and apply to the host organization | Directory is active; each listed opportunity requires separate verification | Search the official guide → |
| The Advocates for Human Rights — Client Representation | Pro bono immigration representation | Clients primarily in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota; remote casework may vary | Attorneys admitted in good standing in any U.S. state; law students should use the separate internship program | Case-based; no fixed duration published | Submit the official interest form or contact the pro bono team | Attorney representation program; not a direct student-volunteer placement | Official representation program → |
| ABA Federal Free Legal Answers | Online immigration and federal-veterans brief advice | Remote, nationwide federal platform | Qualified attorneys; veterans answers require licensure in good standing and VA accreditation | Flexible; no stated minimum | Register through the attorney platform | Active attorney-only platform; unsupervised law students are not eligible | Official attorney FAQ → |
| The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program — CAVC Representation | Represent a screened veteran in a Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims appeal | Federal practice; remote handling is not guaranteed by the public page | Attorneys after training; students only through participating clinics or programs with qualified faculty supervision | Approximately 50–60 hours over about one year | Contact the consortium for training or participating-program information | Not a direct individual FlexJD signup | Official volunteer information → |
| ABA Military Pro Bono Project | Civil representation for referred servicemembers and attorney-to-attorney consultation | Nationwide and case-dependent; not guaranteed fully remote | Licensed civilian attorneys; Operation Stand-By generally requires at least three years of licensure | Case-dependent | Register as an attorney and review open cases | No direct student pathway published | Official military pro bono project → |
| Volunteer Lawyers Project — Volunteer & Student Opportunities | Clinics, internships, and project-specific student roles | Greater Boston and Massachusetts; some projects or meetings are remote | Massachusetts attorneys, law graduates, and law students; requirements vary by unit | Flexible general volunteering; internships have fixed schedules | Submit the official interest form or follow current internship instructions | Active student pathways; confirm location and schedule for each unit | Official VLP opportunities → |
| LawHelpNY LiveHelp Volunteer Program | Remote legal-information and referral chat under staff-attorney supervision | Remote from any reliable internet location | Primarily law students; cycle-specific selection applies | At least 50 total hours, generally one weekly three-hour shift | Wait for an updated official application cycle | Public page still shows a Spring 2025 deadline; no Fall 2026 opening verified | Official volunteer page → |
| NUSL CPIAC — Student Volunteers for Justice | Project-specific research and assistance for public-interest partners | Greater Boston and beyond; format varies by project | Northeastern Law students; requirements vary by current project | Project-specific; a current GBLS partnership requires at least 30 hours over fall | Use CPIAC student-engagement instructions | High-relevance NUSL pathway; confirm remote access per project | Official CPIAC student engagement → |
| Law Foundation of Silicon Valley — Pro Bono Volunteer Opportunities | Project-specific demand letters and transgender-rights assistance | Several current projects are virtual; clients are generally in Santa Clara County | Attorney eligibility is explicit for some projects; students must confirm a supervised role | Project-specific; deposit-demand work is approximately 5–10 hours | Use the official project links or contact the pro bono team | Potential FlexJD pathway only after project-specific student confirmation | Official volunteer projects → |
| 🤝 ADDITIONAL PRO BONO PROGRAMS | |||||||
| ABA / Pro Bono Net National Pro Bono Opportunities Guide | Searchable national directory | Remote status varies by host listing | Filter for law students and long-distance opportunities; verify every host | Host-specific | Search the guide and apply to the host | Duplicate discovery resource retained for completeness | Search the ABA guide → |
| Mass Pro Bono Opportunity Guide | Massachusetts pro bono opportunity directory | Massachusetts; some host opportunities remain remote | Lawyers, law students, paralegals, and other volunteers; host-specific criteria | Host-specific | Search the guide and contact the host organization | Strong discovery resource, not itself a placement | Official Mass Pro Bono site → |
| Florida Bar Out-of-State Division — Remote Pro Bono Opportunities | Directory of Florida pro bono opportunities performable from outside Florida | Remote from outside Florida; host-specific | Most listed programs require Florida-licensed attorneys; no general student pathway is stated | Host-specific | Contact the listed host directly | Useful after Florida licensure; not presently a general FlexJD placement | Official Florida directory → |
| Minnesota Legal Advice Online | Online civil brief-advice platform | Remote and available at any time | Minnesota-licensed attorneys in good standing; law students are not eligible as independent volunteers | No minimum; responses generally take 10–60 minutes | Register with attorney identification and await approval | Not a FlexJD student opportunity | Official volunteer requirements → |
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program Volunteer | Non-legal Medicare counseling, outreach, and office support | Local SHIP program determines location and remote options | Community volunteers; no insurance background required and training is provided | Local-program specific | Select and contact the local SHIP program | Public-service option, not legal pro bono or guaranteed law-school credit | Official SHIP volunteer page → |
| National Constitution Center Scholar Exchanges | Teacher-booked virtual constitutional discussions | Virtual classroom events | The public page is for teachers booking classes; it does not confirm an open law-student facilitator pathway | A booked discussion is 45 minutes; volunteer preparation requirements are not published | Contact the education team to ask about JD-student facilitation | Student volunteer feasibility remains unconfirmed | Official Scholar Exchanges page → |
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NUSL Funding · 17 listings
| Program / Fund | Type | Amount (approx.) | Eligibility | Application Process | Application Deadline | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 💰 NUSL-SPECIFIC FUNDING FOR CURRENT FLEXJD STUDENTS | |||||||
| Cooperative Income Sharing Program (CISP) | Student-run grant | ~$24,000 distributed annually across recipients | Upper-level JD students accepting unfunded public interest co-ops | Contact CISP student leadership; Northeastern does not publish an application form on its public page | Confirm the current co-op-cycle deadline with CISP | Student-run and student-managed; the official NUSL page says CISP distributes approximately $24,000 annually. | Official NUSL description → |
| Givelber-Subrin Public Interest Law Co-op Fund | NUSL Endowment | Varies (endowed) | NUSL students undertaking non-paying or low-paying public service co-ops | Ask the Co-op Office or Financial Aid how this endowed fund is allocated | No public student deadline located | Official NUSL reporting confirms the fund supports nonpaying or low-paying public-service co-ops; the public page does not describe a separate student application. | Official NUSL fund description → |
| NUSL Fund for the Public Interest (Co-op Stipend Pool) | NUSL-administered | Limited stipends (varies by year) | Upper-level JD students with confirmed public interest co-op placements (asylum, eviction, DV, public defenders, etc.) | Contact the Co-op Office or Financial Aid for the current stipend process | Confirm before accepting an unpaid public-interest co-op | NUSL confirms that the fund supports limited co-op stipends; amounts and application timing are not published on the public page. | Official NUSL program page → |
| NUSL Loan Deferral and Forgiveness Program (LD/F) | NUSL Post-Grad | Formula-based; official page says the last award cycle averaged $3,194 | NUSL graduates in qualifying law-related public-interest or government work, subject to debt, income, and program rules | Review the official guidelines and submit the application to NUSL Financial Aid | Round 1: November 14, 2025; Round 2: May 29, 2026 — both have passed | Preserved for planning: the public 2025–26 deadlines are historical. Check the official page for the next cycle. | Official LD/F page → |
| NUSL Federal Work-Study (Co-op slots) | Federal + NUSL | Varies by year / FAFSA award | NUSL students with Federal Work-Study in FAFSA award; on co-op | Complete the FAFSA and ask NUSL Financial Aid or the Co-op Office about the limited co-op allocation | NUSL priority FAFSA filing date: February 15; confirm co-op hiring timing separately | Official NUSL guidance confirms a limited amount of Work-Study funding for students on co-op. | Official NUSL current-student resources → |
| NUSL Bar Success Stipend / Bar Preparation Support | NUSL — Bar Success | Verify current amounts with Antoinette Coakley | NUSL JD students / graduates preparing for bar exam | Contact Antoinette Coakley directly: 617.373.7620 | Coordinate 2L/3L/4L year | Bar prep stipends and institutional discounts on commercial programs may be available. | law.northeastern.edu/academics/academic-resources/academic-success-program/ |
| NUSL Public Interest Law Scholarship (incoming) | NUSL Endowment | Full tuition plus three $5,000 unpaid-public-interest co-op stipends | Incoming 1Ls; public interest commitment | Automatic consideration for applicants who apply by March 1; optional PILS essay may bolster candidacy | March 1 applicant deadline stated on the official scholarship page | Incoming-student award included for planning; current recipients should consult their award terms. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| NUSL Law, Equity, and Race (CLEAR) Scholarship | NUSL Endowment | Half to full tuition + $2,000 co-op stipend | Incoming 1Ls; racial equity focus | Awarded to admitted applicants; official page does not state a separate scholarship application | See the current admissions application timeline | The official scholarship page confirms a $2,000 co-op stipend, not that it recurs annually. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| Northeastern University Graduate Student Government Grants | Northeastern GSG | Small project/conference grants (typically $100–$500) | Enrolled Northeastern graduate students (including law students) | Apply via GSG (gsg.sites.northeastern.edu/individual-funding) | Rolling / semester cycles | Small but accessible. | gsg.sites.northeastern.edu/individual-funding/ |
| Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans (external — included here for visibility) | Paul & Daisy Soros Foundation | $90,000 over 2 years ($25K maintenance + $20K tuition per year) | New Americans (immigrants or US-born children of immigrants); ≤30 years old; ≤2 years in current grad program | Apply at pdsoros.org | 2027 cycle: October 29, 2026 2 PM ET | Potentially transformative funding for eligible FlexJD students. 30 fellows selected annually from all graduate programs nationwide. | Apply → |
| 💰 ADDITIONAL NUSL AND NORTHEASTERN FUNDING | |||||||
| NUSL Lawyering Fellows Program (paid) | NUSL Academic | Paid; public page does not state the amount | Upper-level students; positions may be lawyering-fellow or faculty research roles | Watch for the annual NUSL announcement and confirm requirements with the school | Offered annually; no current deadline on the public page | Official NUSL guidance confirms paid positions but not the current cycle, stipend, or duties for each role. | Official NUSL current-student resources → |
| NUSL Health Policy and Law Scholarship | NUSL Endowment | Half to full tuition + $2,000 co-op stipend | Incoming 1Ls; health policy/law focus; affiliated with Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation (CHLPI) | Awarded to admitted applicants; official page does not state a separate scholarship application | See the current admissions application timeline | The official page confirms one $2,000 co-op stipend; it does not describe it as renewable or annual. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| NUSL Intellectual Property & Innovation Scholarship | NUSL Endowment | Half to full tuition + $2,000 co-op stipend | Incoming 1Ls; IP/innovation focus; affiliated with CLIC (Center for Law, Innovation & Creativity) | Awarded to admitted applicants; official page does not state a separate scholarship application | See the current admissions application timeline | Also includes mentoring, IAPP privacy-certification exam-fee support, and CLIC opportunities; consult award terms for continuation requirements. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| NUSL Peace Corps / City Year / Teach For America Scholarship | NUSL Endowment | Merit-based scholarship (amount varies) | Alumni of Peace Corps, City Year, or Teach For America programs | Awarded through the admissions scholarship process | See the current admissions application timeline | Official NUSL guidance confirms merit-based tuition scholarships for alumni of these service programs; it does not publish a standard amount. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| NUSL Northeastern University Law Grants (NULG) | Northeastern University | Need-based (amount varies per student) | Admitted first-year law students demonstrating financial need; the public page does not separately describe FlexJD eligibility | File the FAFSA; NUSL Financial Aid determines award decisions | NUSL priority FAFSA filing date: February 15 | Institutionally funded need-based tuition scholarship; recipients do not repay it. | Official NUSL scholarship page → |
| NUSL Outstanding Graduate Student Awards | Northeastern University Graduate School | Recognition + awards (verify amounts with Graduate School) | NUSL graduate students (law students qualify); awards in research, practice, community service | Nominated by faculty; annual April reception | Faculty nomination — ask faculty advisors | Ask your advisor to nominate you. | law.northeastern.edu/ |
| Northeastern Graduate Student Travel Grants | Northeastern University Graduate School | $500–$1,500 typically | Enrolled Northeastern graduate students presenting at conferences or traveling for research | Apply via Graduate School grants portal | Rolling per semester | Good for conference travel or research-related costs. | graduate.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/ |
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External Scholarships · 25 listings
| Scholarship / Grant | Sponsor | Amount (approx.) | Eligibility / Focus | Annual Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏅 MAJOR FOUNDATION-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS | |||||
| Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans | Paul & Daisy Soros Foundation | $90,000 over 2 years | Immigrants and US-born children of immigrants pursuing graduate study; ≤30 years old; ≤2 years in current program; 30 fellows selected nationally | October 29, 2026 2 PM ET (2027 cycle) | Apply → |
| AccessLex Scholarship Databank (aggregator) | AccessLex Institute | Varies by scholarship | Incoming, returning, aspiring, and bar-study categories; filter each listing by its own requirements | Varies by sponsoring organization; verify every deadline on the sponsor's official page | Search the official AccessLex Databank → |
| ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship | American Bar Association | $15,000 over 3 years | Students entering their first year in fall 2027 with at least a 2.5 undergraduate GPA and demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion; part-time entrants are eligible | January 15–March 15, 2027; closes 11:59 p.m. CT | Official 2027 ABA details → |
| Massachusetts Bar Foundation Legal Intern Fellowship | Massachusetts Bar Foundation | $8,000 summer stipend for the 2026 cycle | Students enrolled at a U.S. law school who secured a volunteer internship with a qualifying Massachusetts nonprofit providing civil legal services to low-income clients; Massachusetts residency preference | 2026 application closed; preserve for the next summer cycle | Official MBF fellowship page → |
| Chief Justice Ralph D. Gants Judicial Scholarship | Massachusetts Bar Foundation; funded by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education | $8,000; prorated awards available for qualifying 8- or 9-week internships | Student in good standing at an ABA-accredited Massachusetts law school who demonstrates financial need and has secured a qualifying Massachusetts state-court judicial internship | Submit through the law school's internship office; no public cycle deadline stated | Official MBF scholarship page → |
| Earl Warren Scholars Program (NAACP LDF) | NAACP Legal Defense Fund | $15,000 per year for three years, subject to continued eligibility ($45,000 total) | Students entering the first or second year of full-time study at an accredited three-year U.S. law school with demonstrated commitment to racial justice; part-time students are not eligible | May 1, 2026 — closed | Official LDF scholarship page → |
| Point Foundation Scholarship | Point Foundation | Amount not stated on the current public overview | LGBTQ+ and ally students in bachelor's, graduate, or professional programs at accredited nonprofit U.S. institutions; holistic selection includes merit and financial need | Flagship application currently closed; next deadline not posted | Official Point scholarship page → |
| HNBA/VIA Fund Law Student Scholarships | HNBA VIA (Vision in Action) Fund | Varies | Incoming or current JD/LLM students in good standing at an ABA-accredited U.S. or territorial law school who demonstrate commitment to the HNBA community; active HNBA Law Student Division membership required | Official detailed page still shows July 18, 2025; check back for the next application dates | Official HNBA/VIA details → |
| NAPABA Law Foundation Fall Scholarships | NAPABA Law Foundation | $2,500–$7,500 depending on award | Law students considered through one combined application for awards emphasizing academic achievement, financial need, leadership, and commitment to or service of AAPI communities | September 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET | Official open scholarships → |
| National LGBTQ+ Bar Law School Scholarships | National LGBTQ+ Bar Association and Foundation | Three unrestricted $2,500 scholarships annually | Accepted or enrolled at least half-time at an ABA-accredited law school; awards designated for an incoming 1L, rising 2L, and rising 3L or 4L in an evening or part-time program | April 1, 2026 at midnight ET — closed | Official scholarship page → |
| Selma Moidel Smith Law Student Writing Competition | National Association of Women Lawyers | $1,000, publication in Women Lawyers Journal, Annual Meeting ticket, and covered hotel stay | Any student in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school; paper must address a legal issue related to NAWL's mission; no gender or full-time restriction stated | April 17, 2026 — closed; normally the third Friday in April | Apply → |
| AILA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Law School Scholarships | American Immigration Lawyers Association | Ten $750 awards plus mentorship, recognition, and a publication opportunity | Current law students in good standing, including part-time students; free AILA Law Student membership and membership in a diverse or underrepresented group are required | Applications marked closed; public page retains stale 2024 cycle language | Apply → |
| AAJ Law Student Scholarships | American Association for Justice and award-specific donors or caucuses | Multiple awards; 2026 examples include $5,000 Hailey and Eidson scholarships and $1,500 Leesfield support | Award-specific criteria and usually AAJ student membership; Hailey and Eidson expressly include qualifying fourth-year night students, but online-part-time equivalence should be confirmed | All 2026 scholarship applications closed; next deadlines not posted | Official AAJ law-student hub → |
| NACDL Law Student Summer Law Fellowship | National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, supported by the Foundation for Criminal Justice | $562 per week for up to eight weeks; $4,500 maximum | Qualifying 1Ls and 2Ls at ABA-accredited schools; part-time/evening students graduating December 2026 or later were eligible in 2026; judicial internships do not qualify | March 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. local time — closed | Apply → |
| Tillman Scholar Program | Pat Tillman Foundation | Variable need-based support; no fixed current range published | Eligible veterans, active-duty service members, Guard/Reserve members, and current or surviving spouses enrolled full-time as defined by their program; typical FlexJD enrollment may not qualify | February 1, 2026 — closed; applications normally open December 1 | Official application page → |
| The New York Bar Foundation Fellowships & Scholarships | The New York Bar Foundation | Varies by named award | Students enrolled in New York law schools; award-specific criteria. Some awards include 4Ls, but part-time eligibility must be checked individually | Varies by award; verify official application materials | Apply → |
| California ChangeLawyers Next Gen Scholars Program | California ChangeLawyers (formerly CA Bar Foundation) | $50,000 total: $15,000 annually for three years plus $5,000 for post-graduate bar preparation | Incoming fall-2026 students in full-time JD programs at accredited California law schools; financial need and intent to practice in California required; part-time students ineligible | March 26, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT — closed | Official program page → |
| Phi Delta Phi Balfour Scholarships and Graduate of the Year Awards | Phi Delta Phi, The International Legal Honor Society | Not stated on the current public sponsor page | Phi Delta Phi members; current award-specific criteria and part-time eligibility are not publicly stated | No current public deadline; verify with Phi Delta Phi | Official member-benefits page → |
| 2026 SABANY Innovation Scholarship by the Lingam Foundation | South Asian Bar Association of New York Fund and the Lingam Foundation | Up to $25,000 plus mentorship and network support | Pre-law undergraduates and law students demonstrating achievement, entrepreneurship or innovation, and commitment to transforming the legal industry and access to justice; no public full-time restriction | July 31, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET — closed | Official SABANY scholarship page → |
| Federal Bar Association Section and Chapter Scholarships | Federal Bar Association sections and chapters | Varies; current examples include $1,500 awards or travel support | Award-specific law-student criteria; part-time status generally is not addressed publicly | Varies; several 2026 programs closed, while some section pages list opportunities without public deadlines | Official FBA section example → |
| 🏅 ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS | |||||
| 2026 HSF Scholar Program | Hispanic Scholarship Fund | $500–$5,000 | Hispanic heritage; U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA; graduate GPA of at least 2.5; FAFSA; planned full-time 2026–27 graduate enrollment — typical FlexJD enrollment is ineligible | February 15, 2026 — closed | Apply → |
| ABA Section of Taxation — Christine A. Brunswick Public Service Fellowship | ABA Section of Taxation | Two-year grant to the host equal to the fellow's salary and benefits; no fixed public dollar amount | Recent law graduates or judicial clerks with a nonprofit or government sponsor proposing public-interest tax work; not an enrolled-student scholarship | November 6, 2026 for the 2027–2029 cycle — open | Official fellowship guidelines → |
| Federalist Society Olin-Smith-Darling Fellows in Law | Federalist Society | $70,000 stipend plus health benefits for the 2026–27 cycle | JD holders pursuing legal academia with exceptional academics and commitment to rule of law and intellectual diversity; full-time for one to two years with no other employment | March 15, 2026 — closed | Apply → |
| Illinois Bar Foundation Post-Graduate Legal Fellowship | Illinois Bar Foundation | Salary and benefits through participating law school and legal-aid clinic; current amount not public | Recent graduates of participating Illinois law schools working as staff attorneys at their alma mater's legal-aid clinic; not a current-student scholarship | No current public application or deadline; latest named cohort on the page is historical | Official IBF program page → |
| 2026 IABA Scholarships | Iranian American Bar Association, IABA Foundation, and IABA NorCal | $5,000 Judge Iravani-Sani award; two $6,000 NorCal awards; Foundation award amount not public | Students enrolled or accepted at ABA-accredited law schools; full-time, part-time, evening, and LLM students expressly eligible; award-specific community or public-interest criteria apply | July 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET — closed | Official 2026 IABA scholarships → |