Our client is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to work remotely with its litigation team on a steady stream of disputes for a large institutional client. This flexible contract engagement combines meaningful ownership of multiple matters with direct interaction across client and opposing teams.
The Work
- Manage a high volume of commercial disputes, including arbitrations, demand letters, small claims matters, and other litigation matters.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other written work product, maintaining accuracy and quality with limited supervision.
- Coordinate case activity and deadlines across multiple matters, applying strong organization and judgment to competing priorities.
- Work directly with client teams, arbitrators, counterparties, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders to advance discrete litigation objectives.
- Represent client interests in meet-and-confer discussions and communicate responsively with the people involved in each matter.
- Collaborate with attorneys and support staff while independently handling substantive and administrative case requirements.
What You Bring
- At least five years of litigation experience, with significant experience in arbitrations or small claims matters.
- Experience gained in a mid-sized or large law firm and/or representing large institutional clients.
- Active bar admission in the state of residence and in a jurisdiction where the client maintains an office.
- Residence and active bar admission in an eligible jurisdiction: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, Washington, D.C., or WV; Pennsylvania eligibility is jurisdiction-specific.
- Strong legal drafting skills, including experience preparing pleadings, motions, and discovery.
- Clear oral and written advocacy, with the ability to distill research into persuasive and practical work product.
- Excellent client service, responsiveness, attention to detail, and judgment when working independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to work remotely and primarily support West Coast hours; ongoing availability of at least 20 hours per week part-time or 30–40 hours per week full-time.
Why Consider It
This remote contract role offers flexibility to pursue either part-time or full-time hours while working closely with attorneys on matters for a large institutional client.
The initial six-month engagement is expected to remain relatively steady, with a strong possibility of renewal for successful candidates and an interest in building a longer-term working relationship.
Washington-based pay is $100–$120 per hour, adjusted for experience and job-related factors.
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits are available, including telemedicine, an employee assistance program, wellness benefits, and Washington State paid sick leave.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.