Visiting Law Associate (Stanton Fellowship) - College of Law

UIUC

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $60,000-$68,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Hybrid
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to build relationships with students
Conducting legal research and discovery
The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking a Visiting Law Associate for its First Amendment Clinic for the 2026-2027 academic year. This one-year fellowship focuses on defending First Amendment rights while providing law students with practical legal experience, requiring a J.D. with strong communication and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • The Fellow will support law student attorneys through direct legal work including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and making court appearances.
  • This position offers the opportunity to defend free speech rights and advance litigation on behalf of journalists and citizens across the Midwest.
  • The role includes a competitive salary range of $60,000-$68,000 along with comprehensive benefits such as health insurance and tuition waivers.

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The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking a Visiting Law Associate for its First Amendment Clinic for the 2026-2027 academic year. This one-year fellowship focuses on defending First Amendment rights while providing law students with practical legal experience, requiring a J.D. with strong communication and organizational skills.

Salary

Base: $60,000-$68,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to build relationships with students
  • Conducting legal research and discovery

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated commitment to First Amendment law
  • Experience in litigation or clerkship roles
  • Willingness to teach classroom components

Key Requirements

  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
  • License to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction by November 2026
  • Two years of litigation or clerkship experience preferred

Work Rights

Must be licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction by November 2026

Sponsorship: available

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