The Manne Family Fellowship in Public Interest Law
The Manne Family Fellowships are one-year postgraduate fellowships granted to outstanding graduating students or judicial clerks who are working with non-profit legal organizations in the fields of civil rights, civil liberties, or reproductive rights. This fellowship is generously supported by Neal Manne and Nancy McGregor.
Application Information
Applications are due by noon on Friday, January 30, 2026. The selection committee will hold interviews with finalists in February.
In Spring 2026, the Manne Family Fellowships program will fund up to three one-year (12-month, full-time) postgraduate fellowship positions with non-profit legal organizations working in the areas of civil rights, civil liberties, or reproductive rights.
Fellowship Funding & Salary
The fellowship provides a stipend of up to $75,000 to support the fellow’s salary. The salary should be agreed upon by the host organization and the fellow and be comparable to that of a similarly qualified attorney at the organization. If the standard salary for a comparable position exceeds $75,000, the host organization is encouraged to pay the difference. Additionally, the organization is expected to offer employee benefits typically provided to new hires.
Host Organization Requirements
The host organization must be a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization must provide appropriate training and supervision by a licensed attorney and sign a formal agreement, along with the fellow, outlining its fellowship obligations.
Application Process
Before applying, applicants must identify a potential host organization and collaborate with them to develop a description of the proposed work, training, and supervision. The proposed work may include an identified project, which can either be a new initiative or an ongoing project of the sponsoring organization, but this is not a requirement. The host must commit to supporting the project and providing appropriate supervision throughout the fellowship. Students with questions about potential host organizations or project ideas are welcome to contact Nicole Simmons in the Justice Center or Mary Murphy in the Career Services Office.
Eligibility
The fellowship is open only to Texas Law alumni. Applicants must be third-year students or recent graduates who will complete a judicial clerkship by Fall 2026. A faculty committee will select the fellow based on the applicant’s proposed work and commitment to public service.
Preferences
In-person work is preferred. Applicants who plan to work remotely, or whose supervisor will work remotely, must include a detailed explanation of the remote supervisory arrangement in their application.
Other opportunities: