Koppel Family Summer Public Service Fellowships Grant

William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law - The University of Texas School of Law
The Justice Center is a comprehensive resource for students, faculty, alumni, and the community.
Since its inception, the Justice Center has steadily expanded its programming and scope. Dedicated to promoting a culture and habit of pro bono service by all students, the Justice Center includes the school-wide Richard and Ginni Mithoff Pro Bono Program. We also regularly undertake special projects that bring together research and pro bono work on topics as varied as real estate titles in the wake of natural disasters, expunging criminal records, and supported decision-making by persons with disabilities.
In summer 2026, the Koppel Family Summer Public Service Fellowships will provide up to nine fellows with an $8,000 stipend to work for at least 10 weeks under the supervision of an attorney at a qualified sponsoring organization.
The fellowship is generously supported by Annie Koppel Van Hanken and Nathan Koppel.
This named fellowship is awarded through the Summer Public Service Program.

Eligibility

Available to rising 2L and 3L JD students at Texas Law.
A sponsoring organization must be a nonprofit or a governmental agency.

Ineligibility

Judicial offices, trade associations, unions, and private employers are not eligible.