Public Interest Litigation Fellow: Research & Briefing

Posted 11 days ago

illinois attorney generalChicago (IL)

Lawyers Legal Counsel and Prosecution

SENIORITY

Mid

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About the role

The Public Interest Division of the Illinois Attorney General's Office seeks a Public Interest Fellow (limited term) to provide research and writing support in complex litigation. Open to recent law school graduates in their first three years of practice, including clerks, with Illinois Bar eligibility before starting the fellowship. Fellowship begins August/September 2027 for 1–2 years, with potential for continued employment at the end of the term.

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