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Chesapeake Bay Foundation · 1 day ago

Summer Legal Intern

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is the largest regional nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to saving the Chesapeake Bay. The Summer Legal Intern will work in the Litigation Department, conducting legal research, reviewing materials, and assisting in developing cases related to environmental issues.

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Responsibilities

Conduct legal research on a broad range of environmental issues
Review materials including government agency records, files, documents, and reports in support of developing litigation
Prepare comment letters on proposed regulatory actions
Work with staff to investigate and critique implementation of state laws and regulations
Participate in the day-to-day life of CBF, including staff meetings, strategy sessions, and at least one CBF field experience
Assist the litigation department in developing cases

Qualification

Legal researchEnvironmental lawAdministrative lawCivil procedureInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsFeedback skills

Required

Conduct legal research on a broad range of environmental issues
Review materials including government agency records, files, documents, and reports in support of developing litigation
Prepare comment letters on proposed regulatory actions
Work with staff to investigate and critique implementation of state laws and regulations
Participate in the day-to-day life of CBF, including staff meetings, strategy sessions, and at least one CBF field experience
Assist the litigation department in developing cases

Preferred

Applicants must be a second- or third-year law student
Experience and/or interest in engaging with environmental and administrative law and civil procedure
Strong legal research and writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
Ability to receive and give supportive feedback to foster equity and inclusion in working relationships

Company

Chesapeake Bay Foundation

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The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is saving the Bay through education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Hilary Harp Falk
President and CEO
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Tola Sanni, MBA, PMP
Chief Financial Officer
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