Government & Public Interest Blog: Local Government Bar Associations

Friday, May 01, 2009

Local Government Bar Associations

If you are a law student interested in government work, check out the great list of state bar associations around the country with sections dedicated to government issues. You can access the full list by clicking HERE. What a great way to start meeting attorneys working on the issues that matter to you!

What Is Government & Public Interest Work?

In 2008, approximately 33% of Florida Coastal's graduating class entered into a government or public interest position. The broad categories of public interest and government encompass a large spectrum of positions on the local, city, state, and national arenas. Positions can range from work in a public defender's office, the ACLU, or Earthjustice to opportunities at the U.S. Attorney's Office, the National Women's Law Center, or the World Organization for Human Rights. The career possibilities within the government or public interest entity are endless and should be considered by anyone looking for meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference.