SDRI is Hiring!
SDRI is seeking one or more Staff Attorneys and two one-year Fellows to join our growing team. These new members of our team will divide their time between legal research and writing on the Initiative’s research projects; drafting amicus briefs on behalf of scholars in relevant cases across the country; analyzing the legal dimensions of current events for varied audiences; and conducting educational programming for both the public and our students.
Because SDRI has a national focus, these positions are not limited to candidates who practice law in or reside in Wisconsin. We also seek applications from candidates with strong ties to other states, particularly states facing significant issues in state-level democracy. For candidates based in Wisconsin, we envision an in-person working arrangement with the potential for hybrid work. For candidates based elsewhere, we can accommodate fully remote work.
For the Staff Attorney position, the ideal candidate will be an outstanding attorney with at least two years of legal experience, drafting appellate briefs and analyzing complex legal questions at the state level. For the one-year Fellow positions, the ideal candidate will be a new law school graduate with strong research and writing skills and an interest in state public law. For both positions, we’re seeking individuals with comfort writing not just briefs, but also white papers, academic essays, blog posts, or op-eds; and a team player with enthusiasm for working with peers and students alike. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.