Justice Leila Seth Fellowship by iProbono: Apply by Sep 22

About iProbono

iProbono is a global organization, founded in 2009 as a company limited by guarantee in the UK (a non-profit organisation) and registered with the Charity Commission. In India, iProbono is incorporated as a s8 company.

iProbono’s mission is to enable people to access their rights in pursuit of a just society.

By promoting active citizenship and engaging a holistic model they:

• Advance justice for all by representing people in need.
• Strengthen the impact of civil society.
• Advocate for policies that promote social equity and end discrimination.

iProbono provides holistic counsel with a strong, lean team that delivers strategic direction and execution, while also leveraging the expertise and commitment of a wide community of pro bono lawyers.

About the Fellowship

The Justice Leila Seth Fellowship is an 18-month program that will build a cohort of exceptional lawyers who understand what it takes to create positive change in society. The fellowship will focus specifically on issues pertaining to child rights.

Eligibility Criteria

• The required academic qualification is an undergraduate law degree.
• Applicants should be able to work with people of diverse occupational, geographic, and ideological profiles.

Application Process

Stage 1: Interested candidates can apply through the link given at the end of the post with a detailed CV, video cover letter, and writing sample expressing interest and suitability by September 22, 2023.

Stage 2: Attend a first-round in-person interview at the Delhi office, or virtual if you’re not in Delhi.

Stage 3: Attend a virtual interview with members of the Fellowship Selection Committee.

Evaluation

Fellows will be judged on their demonstrated commitment to social justice, knowledge of the law, and other compelling experiences.

Application Deadline

September 22, 2023.

Location

In this paid fellowship, fellows will work from iProbono’s Delhi office, with secondments to a partner organization either in Delhi NCR or another location in India.

Click here to apply.

Justice Leila Seth Fellowship by iProbono