Winthrop is committed to building a diverse workforce of talented individuals who embody our mission to bring smart perspectives and practical outcomes to the law. Winthrop’s founders believed in putting clients first, culture second, and paving our own path forward. We’ve been disrupting convention ever since. Winthrop brings perspective, insight and a whole lot of hustle to protecting and propelling our clients’ businesses. With 20+ industries, 46 years of experience, 75+ practice areas, and 185+ creative attorneys in 1 office—Winthrop provides big firm expertise with small firm culture.
Duties and Responsibilities
Participating in renewable energy solar development transactions and other renewable energy work, including participating in weekly client calls, drafting transaction documents, reviewing due diligence, and other legal analysis related to renewable energy development and financial incentives.
Eligibility
Students from marginalized backgrounds or communities that are under-represented in the legal profession are strongly encouraged to apply.
Students from marginalized communities, students under-represented in the legal community, prior professional experience, transcript, cover letter, and interest in renewable energy and transactional law will be included in consideration and evaluation of candidates.
Eligible applicants include 1L, 2L and 3L students attending Mitchell Hamline.
Applicants should have (1) completed Property Law, and (2) either completed, or have concurrent enrollment in, (i) Business Organizations, (ii) Secured Transactions, or equivalent experience.
Location
The Energy Fellow will be required to commit 90 hours per semester, with a minimum of 5 hours in person / in office each week.
Semester
Spring 2027
Hours
The Energy Fellowship will run for 12 weeks. The Energy Fellow will be required to commit 90 hours per semester with a minimum of 5 hours in person / in office each week.
Compensation
$40/hr
Academic Credit
Students may earn 2 academic credits through Mitchell Hamline for this position.
Application Information
Applicants should attach a (i) transcript (not required if unavailable for 1L students), (ii) resume, and (iii) cover letter. Attention of Sarah Lovegreen and apply on https://hcm.paycor.com/l/r/8CD4EFE5.
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted each semester until positions are filled.
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