Law Fellow

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 (007398)

UCPath Position ID: 41057500

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1142311

Approved Date:

11/13/2025 6:22:07 PM

Date Last Edited:

11/13/2025 6:22:04 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/11/2024

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1140O

Organization:

SCHOOL OF LAW

Division Code:

1141D

Division:

LAW DIV

Department:

025000 - LAW

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

41057500

Position Description ID

169390

UC Payroll Title:

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 (007398)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

41142244

Reports to Payroll Title:

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATOR VII

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40058229

Department Head Payroll Title:

ASSOC DEAN

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Williams Institute seeks a law fellow to engage in cutting-edge and high-quality research and analysis related to sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy.  The Daniel. H. Renberg Law Fellow will further the Williams Institute's mission by conducting legal and multi-disciplinary research on discrimination facing LGBTQ people, LGBTQ health, LGBTQ families, and criminal justice, among other topics.  The Law Fellow will contribute to self-published reports, academic articles, public comments, amicus briefs and other Institute work.  The position will be based in Los Angeles, California with a hybrid schedule (part-time in office, part-time remote).

This is a two-year fellowship position.  The fellowship will begin in August 2026 and conclude in August 2028. Applicants are required to take a state bar exam before they begin their fellowship (California bar preferred, but not required).

The nation's leading research center on sexual orientation and gender identity law and public policy, the Williams Institute produces rigorous and independent research with real-world relevance and disseminates it to judges, legislators, policymakers, media, and the public. Research from the Williams Institute has impacted a wide variety of law and policy issues. For example, the U.S. Supreme Court and numerous other federal courts relied on Williams Institute research in striking down marriage equality bans; President Obama relied on Williams Institute research when issuing an Executive Order prohibiting federal contractors from discriminating on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity; and Williams Institute research helped form the legislative record supporting passage of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act by Congress.  For more information, please visit our website at williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu.

Research and Research Management

 1. Conduct legal and multi-disciplinary research. (E)  2. Co-author legal scholarship, articles, papers, and comments based on Institute research. (E)  3. Contribute to the conceptualization and planning of new research projects, including formulating project ideas and proposing approaches. (E)  4. Support in grant writing and other development activities. (E)  5. Create and manage project timelines, including establishing interim goals and deadlines, and monitoring progress. (E)  6. Maintain communication across collaborators, interns, and other staff that support research functions. (E)  7. Supervise externs, summer law fellows, and other project staff as needed (E)  8. Other duties as assigned. (E)

50%

Legal Scholarship and Drafting

 1. Prepare and serve as co-counsel on amicus briefs for filing in significant court cases. (E)  2. Draft model legislation and prepare testimony on federal, state, and local legislation. (E)  3. Engage with governmental agencies on regulations and other types of law and policy through written comments and other means. (E)  4. Other duties as assigned. (E)

30%

Program Representation

 1. Present work produced by the Law Fellow and other Institute scholars at public events hosted by the Institute and external partners. (E)  2. Collaborate in designing and implementing Institute events. (E)  3. Communicate with the media and the public, such as communicating with the press on breaking issues impacting LGBTQ people and representing the Williams Institute at public speaking engagements. (E)  4. Other duties as assigned. (E)

20%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience / training

Required

Master's Degree

Dual degree (e.g. MPP, MPH, MS) with empirical research training (i.e., study design, statistical analysis)

Preferred

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree

Required

Attorney admitted to practice law in California.

Preferred

Awaiting bar results, if not admitted.

Required

Ability to perform comprehensive legal (and social science, if appropriate) research and analysis and produce analytical reports on their findings. Strong research skills and experience.

Required

Experience with data management software, such as Excel, mapping programs, or other comparable software. Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in utilizing a computer to design tables, charts, graphs and reports for group and one-on-one presentations.

Required

Demonstrated experience with or substantive knowledge of legal issues involving sexual orientation, gender identity, and LGBTQ populations in the United States.

Required

Demonstrated ability to produce the highest-caliber legal research and writing.

Required

Excellent skill in speaking effectively and persuasively to individuals and groups.

Required

Initiative and good judgment.

Required

Demonstrated ability to present research findings in written, verbal or electronic formats to be understood by various audiences (academic and non-scholarly participants).

Required

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively under conditions of heavy workload, frequent interruptions, distractions, and deadlines.

Required

Knowledge of LGBTQ legal and political community both in Los Angeles and nationwide.

Preferred

Commitment to the Williams Institute's mission and passion for improving the lives of LGBTQ people through independent and rigorous research.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

1060 Veteran Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.