Here are the deadlines for OPIA’s internally administered fellowships for which 3Ls and alumni are eligible to apply. Mark your calendar and make an appointment to speak with an OPIA adviser!
David A. Grossman Fund Fellowship
January 6, 2027, 5:00 pm
The DAG Fund awards a $65,000 fellowship to one HLS student or alum on a judicial clerkship who demonstrates exceptional promise as a public interest attorney to work at an existing nonprofit using a community-based lawyering model.
Seaman/Plancher Legal Aid Fund Fellowship
January 6, 2027, 5:00 pm
The SPLA Fund awards a $65,000 fellowship to one HLS student or alum on a judicial clerkship who demonstrates exceptional promise as a public interest attorney to work at either a legal aid organization or at an organization serving clients and communities impacted by the criminal legal system, with preference for innocence work.
Public Service Venture Fund Seed Grant
January 8, 2027, 5:00 pm
PSVF Seed Grants provide funding for any project that is in an early stage, innovative, sustainable, and furthers social justice. 3Ls may submit a letter of intent by November 25, 2026, to express interest and get feedback before the formal application deadline.
Public Service Venture Fund Organization-Based Fellowships
Meet with an OPIA adviser: January 20, 2027
Applicants must meet with an OPIA adviser in person, virtually, or over the phone to review their job search.
Final application deadline: February 8, 2027, 12:00 pm
PSVF Organization-Based Fellowships are intended to help launch students’ and judicial clerks’ public interest careers at the public service organization of their choice that otherwise is not hiring at the entry-level.