2017 Dr. M. L. "Hank" Henry, Jr. Judicial Fellowship Program
A $4,500 stipend* will be awarded to a qualified law student to support a 10-week summer judicial
internship in New York City under the auspices of the LGBT Bar Association Foundation of Greater New
York ("LeGaL Foundation"). The program remains one-of-a-kind by providing law student fellows the
chance to rotate for the 10-week summer among several different judges from varying courts and tribunals.
The law student fellow gets a first-hand look at the work of openly gay and lesbian and other judges in
federal courts, state criminal and civil courts, and administrative tribunals. This experience provides an
insider’s understanding of the judicial system, along with the opportunity to work alongside openly gay and
lesbian judges. Additionally, depending on the assignments selected by the fellow, students can expect to
complete 1-2 written assignments consisting of draft decisions and/or memorandums.
The fellowship was established in memory of Dr. Henry, whose groundbreaking work as the Executive
Director of the Fund for Modern Courts was instrumental in ensuring that openly gay and lesbian candidates
were considered for appointed judicial positions in New York.
The fellowship is intended for law students with a demonstrated interest in, and commitment to, lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender rights. The program values diversity. All interested students are encouraged to
apply.
Application Instructions (please read carefully and follow all instructions)
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Submission: Via e-mail only. Your application materials must consist of one, combined PDF
document containing all of the materials (other file formats/multiple attachments will not be accepted).
Deadline: Applicants must provide the information requested below by e-mail to [email protected] with
the subject header “2017 Hank Henry” no later than Friday, January 13, 2017.
Required materials: (a) Resume; (b) Statement of interest, which shall be no longer than 500 words; and
(c) the following information if not included within your resume:
o Law school and anticipated graduation date
o Law school grades and class rank (if available), any academic honors earned, extra-curricular and
co-curricular activities (if grades are not available before deadline, application can be
supplemented later)
o Undergraduate and/or other graduate degrees earned, specifying academic institution, major field
of study, and extra-curricular and co-curricular activities
o Community activities or affiliations or other activities indicating public service
The Hank Henry Selection Committee anticipates communicating its selection during the week of February 6,
2017. A personal or phone interview may be required. Questions concerning the application process or the
specifics of the fellowship program can be directed to [email protected]. No phone inquiries.
*Students with funding from other sources are also encouraged to apply, although the stipend may be limited to
assisting students without funding.
LeGaL Foundation
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