Open Law Student and Recent Graduate Programs and Opportunities

NLF Community Law Fellowship

The NAPABA Law Foundation Community Law Fellowship Program requires a two-year commitment from the Fellow and Host Organization, which runs from September 2026 through August 2028. Earlier start dates might be possible for certain applicants (e.g., judicial clerks, recent law grads) provided that the total Fellowship does not exceed 24 months.

The NAPABA Law Foundation Community Law Fellowship Program provides funds directly to the Host Organization for the Fellowship, including a salary of $60,000 per year with a $10,000 payment to the Fellow upon completion of the Fellowship. The Host Organization shall be the employer of the Fellow and will be responsible for providing health and fringe benefits.

Important Dates & Deadlines

July 10, 2025               The 2026-28 application is available

December 1, 2025      One-page Prospectus and Resume due by 5 pm ET (Optional)

December 31, 2025    Prospectus feedback sent to interested applicants

February 15, 2026      Application due by 5pm ET

Feb. – March, 2026     Interviews begin for selected candidates

April 2026                   Fellowship awarded

September 2026         Community Law Fellow begins service