About the Role
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking four (4) full time Law Clerks for the Animal Protection Law department. As a Law Clerk you will be provided a superior educational for 2L and 3L law students in the field of Animal Law.
The clerkship is for approximately 12 weeks beginning in June working between 15-35 hours. If selected, we would like a 10 week commitment.
You will be responsible for:
• Working closely with the attorneys in the Animal Protection Law section;
• Being integrally involved in the process of researching, preparing, and prosecuting animal protection lawsuits in state and federal court and rulemaking petitions and comments before administrative agencies, as well as preparing and reviewing federal, state and local legislation;
• Providing research and drafting support for one or more of our four core legal groups: Farm Animals, Companion Animals, Wildlife & Animal Research, and Legislative Drafting & Review;
• Attending weekly departmental reporting and planning meetings and other meetings as relevant.
About the Organisation
The humane society we envision for animals will also be a better world for people, and it’s only through human efforts that we’ll get where we want to go. Because our advocacy is driven by people, we’re strongest when our people are empowered and valued. A work environment that fosters inclusion and collaboration energizes our teams, drives better thinking and makes our impact for animals more sustainable. Working with communities and stakeholders around the world, we integrate a wide range of cultural perspectives in our approach to create a humane and sustainable world for all animals. We are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in every aspect of our work and at all levels of our organization. We recognize and respect the full spectrum of human qualities, so that the unique talents of all employees are dignified with equitable access to opportunities and an ability to contribute to our mission.