Sabin Center for Climate Change Law Job Summary

Job Title: Global Climate Litigation Fellow
Location: New York, NY (Remote options may be considered)
Closing Date: September 2026 (rolling review)
Contract: One-year position with possibility of renewal

Job Summary

The Sabin Center for Climate Change Law is seeking a qualified lawyer for a one-year Global Climate Litigation Fellow position, with potential renewal.

This role offers an opportunity to be at the forefront of climate litigation worldwide, tracking cases across jurisdictions, producing impactful legal research, filing amicus briefs, and coordinating the Global Network of Peer Reviewers on Climate Litigation.

About the Sabin Center

The Sabin Center for Climate Change Law is dedicated to advancing legal research, policy, and advocacy to address climate change.

The Center’s work includes global climate litigation, policy analysis, and fostering international collaboration.

Learn more about the Sabin Center here.

Key Responsibilities

Research and Writing

Monitor and analyze climate litigation developments worldwide
Conduct original research, producing white papers and articles
Support management of the Climate Litigation Database

Litigation and Advocacy

Prepare comment letters, amicus briefs, and submissions for judicial and administrative proceedings
Identify strategic engagement opportunities in ongoing cases
Collaborate with NGOs, international organizations, academics, and practitioners

Convening and Global Engagement

Assist in organizing conferences, webinars, and seminars
Translate research into accessible outputs for policymakers, advocates, and the public

Network and Project Management

Coordinate the Global Network of Peer Reviewers on Climate Litigation
Manage case intake, review, and database updates
Organize meetings and collaborative research projects within the network

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

J.D. or international equivalent, or advanced legal degree (LL.M., JSD, PhD)
Strong academic record and interest in climate change, environmental, or administrative law
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

0-3 years of relevant legal experience (clerkships, litigation, NGO or government work)
Experience or strong interest in climate litigation and jurisdictional practice
Familiarity with comparative or international law