I. JOB OVERVIEW
| Job Description Summary: |
The George Washington University Law School (GW Law) is a global law school that exists to make an impact on the law through the leadership of our diverse faculty and staff, the extraordinary influence of our extensive alumni network, and our location in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. We strive to embrace our national and international student body within an inclusive community that supports their professional development and their journey into careers of meaning and influence.
GW Law is offering multiple one-year fellowships to recent law school graduates. This is a one-year position that will begin in March 2025 and end in March 2026. The selected incumbent will be placed as an external fellow at external sites. This is a one-year termed appointment.
GW Law Fellows assignments may include the following:
- Assist attorneys with legal research, motions, advice memos, discovery, and trial.
- Assist attorney's in gathering documents, answering interrogatories, or taking notes during a witness deposition.
- Assist in drafting motions, advice memos, mediation statements and case briefs.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
Qualified candidates will hold a Juris Doctorate degree from accredited institution . Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. |
| Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
- Admission to a state bar is not required at the commencement of the fellowship, but the successful candidateis expected to take a state bar exam and be admitted to practice within two years of receiving their JD.
- Driver's license and willingness to travel may be required.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Desired candidates will hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- GW Law Fellows should possess excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
- The ability to learn new legal principles, manage a sizeable volume of work and deadlines, and respond to the needs of various stakeholders is key.
- The successful candidate will be a diligent and hard worker, and a thinker who thrives in and can contribute to their office's fast-paced, collegial team environment.
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| Hiring Range |
$21.27 - $27.63 |
| GW Staff Approach to Pay |
How is pay for new employees determined at GW? |
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs. II. JOB DETAILS
| Campus Location: |
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
| College/School/Department: |
GW Law School (LAW) |
| Family |
Legal |
| Sub-Family |
Legal Support |
| Stream |
Service and Support |
| Level |
Level 1 |
| Full-Time/Part-Time: |
Full-Time |
| Hours Per Week: |
40 |
| Work Schedule: |
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Will this job require the employee to work on site? |
Yes |
| Employee Onsite Status |
Hybrid |
| Telework: |
Yes |
| Required Background Check: |
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
- The position is a limited term assignment ending on March 3, 2026. |
| Internal Applicants Only? |
No |
| Posting Number: |
S013605 |
| Job Open Date: |
02/18/2025 |
| Job Close Date: |
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| If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
03/03/2026 |
| Background Screening |
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
| EEO Statement: |
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
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George Washington University
Feb 19, 2025