Are you a recent law school graduate or new attorney with a passion for public interest work? The 2026-2028 NAPABA Law Foundation (NLF) Community Law Fellowship could be your next step.
This two-year fellowship supports early-career attorneys as they gain hands-on legal experience at a nonprofit or community-based organization. The Fellowship provides:
- A $60,000 annual salary, paid directly to the host organization
- Health and fringe benefits provided by the host
- A $10,000 completion bonus for the Fellow
- Opportunities to work on behalf of underserved communities and grow as a public interest leader
Whether you plan to build a career in nonprofit law or public interest, the NLF Community Law Fellowship is designed to develop the next generation of impactful legal advocates.
You can find the details and instructions to apply here. To view the application, click here.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who should. Applications are due February 16, 2026.
New This Year
Interested applicants can submit a one-page Prospectus and resume by December 1, 2025, and receive feedback for the final application.
Questions? Contact us at fellowships@napabalawfoundation.org.
