Building advanced skills while connecting to the larger family-law community
The Family Law & Policy Fellowship is designed for Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ students who are interested in pursuing legal careers in family law and policy, and have demonstrated strong academic and professional achievement. First year students, and part-time students in their first or second year, are eligible to apply.
The fellowship is one year long culminating in a major research project on a legal or policy issue, under the mentorship by faculty members or professionals. (Fellows may apply to renew their fellowship for a second year). Fellows receive a stipend each year of the fellowship. They do not receive credit for the research project, although the project may serve as the basis of an independent study or a student note for a journal. The fellowship provides a valuable opportunity for students interested in family law and policy to network within BLS and in the larger community.
Requirements
- Satisfactorily complete a major research project, culminating in a paper and presentation.
- Attend regular meetings on the research project with the fellow’s faculty or professional mentor.
- Attend fellowship gatherings.
- Demonstrate leadership within Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ and the larger community on family law and policy, including but not limited to organizing school events.
Application
Applicants should submit a resume, transcript, and brief statement of interest in family law and policy (500-1000 words) to dana.manto@brooklaw,edu. The Fellowship Committee will review applications, and possibly interview candidates.
If you have questions, please contact Professor Cynthia Godsoe at cynthia.godsoe@brooklaw.edu.
Applications will open in April 2025.
Contact
If you have questions, please contact: Professor Cynthia Godsoe at cynthia.godsoe@brooklaw.edu.