Law Clerkship Opportunities

ADAP law clerks develop an understanding of the issues facing persons with disabilities, especially those in under-served and under-resourced communities, and gain exposure to the variety of advocacy methods that may be used to resolve them.

Under the mentorship and supervision of ADAP legal staff, clerks:     

• Research novel areas of disability law and write legal and policy memoranda
• Contribute to analysis and development of disability policy
• Work directly with clients, participating in individual case advocacy
• Gain exposure to impact litigation and/or policy analysis

Summer clerkship positions are typically full-time and a minimum of 8 weeks. Fall and spring positions require a minimum commitment of 8-10 hours a week.

ADAP seeks clerks who have exemplary research, writing, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to promoting and protecting the rights of adults and children with disabilities and/or public interest law is preferred.  

Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to ADAP’s Associate Director, Nancy Anderson (nanderso@adap.ua.edu) and indicate the period (fall semester, spring semester, or summer) for which they seek a position.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials by February 1 for a summer clerkship, July 1 for a fall clerkship, and October 1 for a spring clerkship.