The Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship for Law Teaching at Harvard Law School offers a unique opportunity for emerging legal scholars who demonstrate a commitment to law teaching and legal scholarship. This prestigious fellowship includes an annual stipend of $60,000, a chance to work collaboratively with renowned legal scholars, and valuable experience in a vibrant academic environment.

  • 🎓 Prestigious Fellowship: Harvard Law School offers the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship for Law Teaching for one year, targeting aspiring legal scholars and law teachers.
  • 💰 Stipend & Benefits: Fellows receive $60,000 annually, spend a full academic year in residence, audit courses, attend workshops, and prepare at least one article for publication.
  • 🌍 International Opportunity: Open to applicants of all nationalities, fostering professional diversity and collaboration in legal scholarship.
  • 📜 Eligibility: Applicants must hold a J.D., LL.M., or S.J.D. degree and demonstrate strong commitment to law teaching and legal scholarship.
  • 📝 Application Process: Apply via Harvard’s official website by creating a Harvard Key, submitting a detailed CV, research paper, transcripts, statement of purpose, and two recommendation letters.
  • ⏰ Deadline: Applications for the 2026–27 fellowship close on October 2, 2025.
  • 🏛️ About the Fellowship Namesake: Named after Reginald F. Lewis and his wife Loida Nicolas-Lewis, who endowed the International Law Center at Harvard Law School.

Designation

Fellow under the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship for Law Teaching

Research Area

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Legal scholarship and methodologies for law teaching

Location

Harvard Law School, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Must hold a J.D., LL.M., or S.J.D. degree at the time of application.
  • Open to applicants of all nationalities.
  • Selection without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or any protected status.
  • Strong interest in legal scholarship is required.
  • Commitment to preparing for a career in law teaching is essential.

Job Description

  • Spend one full academic year in residence at Harvard Law School (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027).
  • Prepare and complete at least one major article for publication.
  • Audit courses and attend workshops at Harvard Law School.
  • Collaborate on a research and work plan with the Lewis Committee.
  • Build strong academic foundations for a career in law teaching and legal scholarship.

How to Apply

  1. Access the official application portal by creating a Harvard key (for non-Harvard applicants).
  2. Complete all required fields in the application form.
  3. Send recommendation requests to your chosen recommenders.
  4. Upload necessary documents:
  • Resume or CV
  • Detailed research paper (4 pages, for publication)
  • Copies of transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose demonstrating interest in law teaching and scholarship
  • Two letters of recommendation

Last Date for Application

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October 2, 2025

For more detailed information and to apply, visit the official Harvard Law School fellowship page.

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