"Religious Liberty Clinic Legal Fellow (Advocacy)"

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person-mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University's mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The Lindsay and Matt Moroun Religious Liberty Clinic is a teaching law practice that educates, forms, and prepares Notre Dame law students to become the rising generation of religious liberty leaders by training students in the practice of the law as they defend religious freedom for all people. Under the guidance of Law School faculty and staff, students work on a broad variety of legal matters to promote religious freedom on behalf of individuals and organizations of all beliefs-both domestically and abroad. The Clinic represents clients from all faith traditions to promote not only the freedom for people to hold religious beliefs but also their fundamental right to express those beliefs and to live according to them.

The Religious Liberty Clinic is seeking to hire a Legal Fellow who will participate in religious liberty litigation and other legal matters while mentoring law students. The Fellow will be expected to perform all aspects of trial and appellate litigation, and will contribute to other legal matters including participating in religious asylum proceedings, advising religious organizations, and preparing white papers or other reports. The Fellow also will research and identify potential new matters for the Clinic and provide guidance and feedback to law students on their clinical work. Fellows serve a term of 1 year that runs with the academic calendar.

For full consideration, all candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample with their application.

Qualifications

• Law degree (J.D.)
• Law license
• 1-3 years legal experience preferred
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail, diligence, and initiative
• Supportive of mission of Religious Liberty Clinic, Law School, and University

Additional Information

Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 commensurate with experience

This position will close on February 22, 2026.

For full consideration, all candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample with their application.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.