LEGAL DIVERSITY FELLOW
Title:
Legal Diversity FellowDepartment:
LegalReports To:
SVP & General CounselApplication RequirementsIn your application, attach cover letter responding to the following prompt:
After reading the job description, please explain how you are uniquely prepared and qualified for this position.
Responses shall not exceed 500 words.
Meet additional criteria listed in Qualifications below.
About the RoleThe Legal Diversity Fellowship will provide a law student from one of the participating law schools (defined below) with practical experience working for The Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc.
(Club).
Among other tasks as assigned by the SVP & General Counsel, Fellow will assist the legal department with legal requests, conduct legal research, and assist in the review and drafting of Club policies and legal memoranda.
Fellow will have exposure to a wide range of business operations legal matters on behalf of the organization, which may include sponsorship, vendor and facility agreements, data privacy, licensing, intellectual property, workers compensation, and litigation.
Fellow will also have the opportunity to work with the Club's Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) department on a variety of the Club's DEI goals, initiatives and priorities.
The duration of this Fellowship is approximately 12-14 weeks and will begin in May 2024.
This is a full-time temporary position with competitive hourly pay.
Fellow will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, in Lake Forest, IL, with potential for one to two days remote.
Who We AreThe Chicago Bears strive to advance our mission of winning championships by conducting ourselves with humility, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
We want you to help us achieve our goals and to be part of one of most storied franchises in all of sport.
We believe our greatest asset is our people, so we invest in our workforce.
Fellow will have numerous professional development opportunities including access to LinkedIn Learning, internal trainings, and regular one-on-one and department meetings to discuss career growth and development.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionThe Chicago Bears organization continues to deepen its commitment to establishing an inclusive, equitable work environment that reflects the diversity within our communities and fan base.
We value, respect, and appreciate diversity at all levels, on and off the field, and are guided by a vision of success that includes integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our Club's DNA and culture.
ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of General Counsel, Associate Counsel and Paralegal, assist with reviewing, editing, and drafting contractsAssist with litigation issues, including legal research, preparation of letters, and litigation managementResearch industry developments and updates in state and federal law, and draft memorandaAssist with analysis of Legal Department request system (LRS) data and review LRS for potential improvementsAssist with preparation for legal request/ contract review guidelines education presentation for individual departmentsAssist with preparation of department educational materials, including FAQs and best practicesAssist with oversight and update of current legal policies (E.
g.
, Trademark Enforcement, HIPAA, Document Retention, Vendor Management)Assist with DEI programs and initiatives, which may include but is not limited to partnership selection, vendor procurement & management, analyzing diversity metrics, and corporate governance of established employee resource groups (ERGs)This list of position functions is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented or modified.
QualificationsMeet current class standing of 1L or above at one of the following participating law schools:
Chicago-Kent College of LawDePaul University - College of LawNorthwestern Pritzker School of LawSchool of Law Loyola University ChicagoUniversity of Illinois College of LawUIC Law SchoolUniversity of Chicago Law SchoolPerson of color and/or female law studentHave a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.
0 on a 4.
0 scale (1Ls with pending grades shall supplement their application when final grades are posted)Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentialityExcellent research and writing skillsProficient in Microsoft Office (Word (including legal formatting), Excel, PowerPoint), and Adobe AcrobatDemonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects (ranging from the routine to the complex), deadlines and initiatives with minimal supervision Recommended Skills Adobe Acrobat Confidentiality Editing Hardworking And Dedicated Industry Developments Lawsuits Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Legal Diversity FellowDepartment:
LegalReports To:
SVP & General CounselApplication RequirementsIn your application, attach cover letter responding to the following prompt:
After reading the job description, please explain how you are uniquely prepared and qualified for this position.
Responses shall not exceed 500 words.
Meet additional criteria listed in Qualifications below.
About the RoleThe Legal Diversity Fellowship will provide a law student from one of the participating law schools (defined below) with practical experience working for The Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc.
(Club).
Among other tasks as assigned by the SVP & General Counsel, Fellow will assist the legal department with legal requests, conduct legal research, and assist in the review and drafting of Club policies and legal memoranda.
Fellow will have exposure to a wide range of business operations legal matters on behalf of the organization, which may include sponsorship, vendor and facility agreements, data privacy, licensing, intellectual property, workers compensation, and litigation.
Fellow will also have the opportunity to work with the Club's Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) department on a variety of the Club's DEI goals, initiatives and priorities.
The duration of this Fellowship is approximately 12-14 weeks and will begin in May 2024.
This is a full-time temporary position with competitive hourly pay.
Fellow will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, in Lake Forest, IL, with potential for one to two days remote.
Who We AreThe Chicago Bears strive to advance our mission of winning championships by conducting ourselves with humility, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
We want you to help us achieve our goals and to be part of one of most storied franchises in all of sport.
We believe our greatest asset is our people, so we invest in our workforce.
Fellow will have numerous professional development opportunities including access to LinkedIn Learning, internal trainings, and regular one-on-one and department meetings to discuss career growth and development.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionThe Chicago Bears organization continues to deepen its commitment to establishing an inclusive, equitable work environment that reflects the diversity within our communities and fan base.
We value, respect, and appreciate diversity at all levels, on and off the field, and are guided by a vision of success that includes integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our Club's DNA and culture.
ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of General Counsel, Associate Counsel and Paralegal, assist with reviewing, editing, and drafting contractsAssist with litigation issues, including legal research, preparation of letters, and litigation managementResearch industry developments and updates in state and federal law, and draft memorandaAssist with analysis of Legal Department request system (LRS) data and review LRS for potential improvementsAssist with preparation for legal request/ contract review guidelines education presentation for individual departmentsAssist with preparation of department educational materials, including FAQs and best practicesAssist with oversight and update of current legal policies (E.
g.
, Trademark Enforcement, HIPAA, Document Retention, Vendor Management)Assist with DEI programs and initiatives, which may include but is not limited to partnership selection, vendor procurement & management, analyzing diversity metrics, and corporate governance of established employee resource groups (ERGs)This list of position functions is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented or modified.
QualificationsMeet current class standing of 1L or above at one of the following participating law schools:
Chicago-Kent College of LawDePaul University - College of LawNorthwestern Pritzker School of LawSchool of Law Loyola University ChicagoUniversity of Illinois College of LawUIC Law SchoolUniversity of Chicago Law SchoolPerson of color and/or female law studentHave a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.
0 on a 4.
0 scale (1Ls with pending grades shall supplement their application when final grades are posted)Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentialityExcellent research and writing skillsProficient in Microsoft Office (Word (including legal formatting), Excel, PowerPoint), and Adobe AcrobatDemonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects (ranging from the routine to the complex), deadlines and initiatives with minimal supervision Recommended Skills Adobe Acrobat Confidentiality Editing Hardworking And Dedicated Industry Developments Lawsuits Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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