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Fall 2026 Fellowship Sponsorship, Capital Punishment Project<\/strong><\/p>\n

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American Civil Liberties Union<\/strong><\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE JOB<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow for one or two year(s). The Capital Punishment Project of the National office in Durham, NC, seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Equal Justice Works, Justice Catalyst or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2026. This is a\u202fhybrid role\u202fthat has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight\u202f(8) days per month in our Durham, NC, Washington, DC, or New York City office.\u202f<\/p>\n

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OVERVIEW<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Capital Punishment Project, part of the ACLU\u2019s Center for Justice, challenges the unfairness and arbitrariness of capital punishment while working toward the ultimate goal of abolishing the death penalty. The Project engages in public advocacy and strategic litigation, including direct representation of capital defendants. The Project\u2019s litigation is conducted throughout the country, with a particular focus on the South.<\/p>\n

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The Capital Punishment Project is interested in sponsoring a candidate to work on litigation challenging race discrimination in the application of the death penalty. The Project welcomes additional suggestions from prospective fellow applicants.<\/p>\n

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Please tailor your cover letters to explain why you\u2019re interested in working with CPP on the project described below.<\/p>\n

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We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by June 13, 2025.<\/p>\n

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This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. It is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).<\/p>\n

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WHAT YOU’LL DO<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Reporting to the Director, the Fellow will advance the Project’s systemic challenges to race discrimination in the application of the death penalty under state constitution and state racial justice statutes. This may include litigation to secure public records, working with social science experts, and drafting pleadings.<\/p>\n

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Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education.<\/p>\n

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YOUR DAY TO DAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects<\/p>\n

\u2022 Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs<\/p>\n

\u2022 Interview witnesses and potential clients<\/p>\n

\u2022 Participate in discovery and trial practice<\/p>\n

\u2022 Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials<\/p>\n

\u2022 Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys<\/p>\n

\u2022 Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns<\/p>\n

\u2022 Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and\/or conferences as needed<\/p>\n

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FUTURE ACLU’ERS WILL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU<\/p>\n

\u2022 Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts<\/p>\n

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WHAT YOU’LL BRING<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 J.D. or expected to receive a J.D. by the spring of 2026<\/p>\n

\u2022 Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, criminal justice, and racial justice<\/p>\n

\u2022 Willingness to work closely with CPP through the funding application process<\/p>\n

\u2022 Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills<\/p>\n

\u2022 Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding<\/p>\n

\u2022 Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team<\/p>\n

\u2022 Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion<\/p>\n

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COMPENSATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The ACLU has a litigator scale that determines pay for attorneys in our Legal Department. The range of salaries are the following, based on year of law school graduation (please consult the hiring manager for specific salary details, based on individual circumstances).<\/p>\n

\u2022 0-2 years since law school graduation: $92,374-$115,393<\/p>\n

\u2022 3-5 years since law school graduation: $129,244-$152,480<\/p>\n

\u2022 6-10 years since law school graduation: $159,461- $179,891<\/p>\n

\u2022 11-15 years since law school graduation: $183,255-$193,657<\/p>\n

\u2022 16-20 years since law school graduation: $195,485-$200,519<\/p>\n

\u2022 21-25 years since law school graduation: $201,534-$205,663<\/p>\n

\u2022 26-30+ years since law school graduation: $206,654- $210,677<\/p>\n

The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. These salaries are reflective of positions based in New York, NY where are National Offices are headquartered. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.<\/p>\n

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For details on our pay structure, please visit:<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.aclu.org\/careers\/ACLU_Geographic_Pay_Structure-July_2024.pdf<\/p>\n

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WHY THE ACLU<\/strong><\/p>\n

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For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it\u2019s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.<\/p>\n

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We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.<\/p>\n

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At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid time-off policy<\/p>\n

\u2022 Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match<\/p>\n

\u2022 We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops<\/p>\n

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OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change.\u202f We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization \u2013 one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we\u2019re in the courts or in the office, we believe \u2018We the People\u2019 means all of us.<\/p>\n

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With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.<\/p>\n

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The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.<\/p>\n

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