The law firm of Hunton Andrews Kurth seeks qualified individuals for a pro bono fellowship position in our Richmond office to be filled in the fall of 2020. Applicants should be motivated toward a career in public interest law. The position will involve representing clients for the firm’s Church Hill neighborhood pro bono office in Richmond and representation of clients at the Central Virginia Legal Aid Society (CVLAS) in Richmond, Virginia. While the substantial portion of legal work will be performed for CVLAS, it is expected that this lawyer will be fully integrated into Hunton Andrews Kurth, with all the normal opportunities available for legal training, associate development, and social participation.
Term of Employment: Two year program (September 2020 to December 2022)
Location: Offices of Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, Richmond, Virginia, and the CVLAS office
Allocation of Time: Approximately 25-30% devoted to Church Hill clients and 70-75% devoted to CVLAS clients
Reporting: Assigned to Hunton Andrews Kurth Litigation Team, reporting to a Litigation Team partner, with periodic evaluations submitted by the CVLAS Executive Director
Compensation: Salary compares favorably with the entry level for legal aid staff attorneys; standard Hunton Andrews Kurth associate benefits
Students graduating in the spring or summer of 2020 as well as recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Applications should be submitted no later than January 15, 2020. Interviews will be scheduled during February/March 2020 in Richmond. EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability.
Job #02321 (If you wish to submit an application, this number will be necessary for your online submission.)
If you have questions about this position or the application process, please contact Tammie McGuigan, Regional Senior Manager Lawyer Recruiting, for the Richmond, VA office.
If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, please contact Heidi Leathers, Senior Manager Lawyer Recruiting & Law School Initiatives, +1 214 871 4672, and 1445 Ross Avenue, Suite 3700, Dallas, TX 75202-2799. When you contact Heidi Leathers, please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. We will assist you promptly.
Students graduating in the spring or summer of 2020 as well as recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
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