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October 16

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Public Rights Project

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Social Impact • Non-profit • Government

Public Rights Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing civil rights and social justice. It focuses on empowering local, state, and tribal governments to uphold and enforce laws that protect the civil and human rights of marginalized communities. Through advocacy, legal support, and strategic partnerships, Public Rights Project aims to bridge the gap between legal promises and the realities faced by individuals, particularly in the areas of voting rights, workplace protection, and community engagement.

2 - 10 employees

Founded 2017

🌍 Social Impact

🤝 Non-profit

🏛️ Government

📋 Description

• Work with PRP lawyers on different facets federal and state court litigation • Assist PRP lawyers and co-counsel in preparing for arguments, hearings, and/or other court appearances • Conduct factual and legal research and provide guidance and analysis of laws across a range of jurisdictions • Draft and edit analytic and persuasive written work product, including memoranda, amicus briefs, pleadings, and other legal filings • Monitor noteworthy legal developments and case law and participate in discussions where PRP considers potential litigation or amicus work • Meet with government and non-government stakeholders • Support legal organizing and outreach efforts • Synthesize input and feedback from internal and external stakeholders • Contribute to an innovative, inclusive, and supportive group of advocates

🎯 Requirements

• Completion of at least one year of law school, with a preference for candidates who will have completed two years of law school by summer 2026 • Excellent research and writing skills • Attention to detail • Passion for social justice and public service lawyering • Curiosity about the role of government to promote social change • Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects and drive forward work under tight deadlines • Well-developed collaborative and interpersonal skills including demonstrated self-awareness, commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds • Experience or eagerness to work in a nonprofit, mission-driven, or advocacy organization • Experience or eagerness to work for or with local governments

🏖️ Benefits

• Fully remote organization and team • Opportunities to work with multiple cities and states across the country • Paid internship with legal strategy, research, and advocacy support