Law Clerk Intern, Animal Protection Law

Job Description:

• Work closely with attorneys in the Animal Protection Law section
• Research, prepare, and prosecute animal protection lawsuits in state and federal court
• Prepare rulemaking petitions and comments before administrative agencies
• Prepare and review federal, state, and local legislation
• Provide research and drafting support for Farm Animals, Companion Animals, Wildlife & Animal Research, and Legislative Drafting & Review legal groups
• Attend weekly departmental reporting and planning meetings and other relevant meetings
• Support legal research, contract review, policy and compliance projects, litigation, risk management matters, and other legal operations initiatives

Requirements:

• Must be a 2L or 3L law student working toward a Juris Doctor degree
• Must be able to learn and follow guidelines and policies of Humane World for Animals and APL, and follow directions given by staff
• Must submit required paperwork and pass a background check before being assigned
• Strong interest in animal protection issues, litigation, and legal research
• Superior oral communication skills and exceptional legal research, writing, and critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Able to take initiative and manage multiple projects and priorities while demonstrating a strong work ethic
• Demonstrate flexibility and eagerness to learn and take initiative on a variety of projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Proficiency in Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis legal research databases
• Strong familiarity with the Internet and online research tools
• Able to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Able to maintain professionalism in attitude and appearance
• Possess problem-solving capability and ability to think creatively in a solution-oriented way
• Able to work well independently and use good judgment
• Coursework or other experience in animal protection, administrative, or environmental law preferred
• Must meet one of the following criteria: currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student of an accredited college or university; high school or accredited college or university graduate who graduated within the last two years; or service member with an honorable discharge within two years of leaving the military
• Must commit to at least 10 weeks and work a minimum of 35 hours per week