Summer Law Clerk (2-month program)

About the role

The Asian Law Caucus is offering a two‑month summer law clerk program starting around June 7, 2027. The role is hybrid, requiring on‑site presence two days a week in San Francisco.

Key responsibilities

• Interview clients and gather factual information for cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation and advocacy.
• Perform fact‑gathering and investigations for various initiatives.
• Draft court filings, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Prepare community training and briefing materials.
• Attend clinics, hearings, and policy meetings.
• Assist attorneys on projects across democracy, housing, immigrant justice, and workers’ rights programs.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a J.D. program at an accredited law school.
• Demonstrated commitment to low‑income, immigrant, and API/AMEMSA communities.
• Excellent skills in legal research, analysis, and written/oral communication.
• Law school clinical experience or other legal work is a plus.
• Proficiency in an Asian or Middle Eastern language is a plus.

What we offer

• Funding up to $10,000 per law clerk for the summer.
• Position is not eligible for health, retirement, or other benefits.