Our client is seeking an experienced litigator to support a high-volume portfolio of disputes for a large institutional client. This remote contract opportunity combines hands-on case responsibility, direct interaction with client teams and opposing parties, and flexibility to pursue full-time or part-time hours.
The Work
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation work product for a varied portfolio of commercial disputes, maintaining high standards for accuracy and persuasive legal writing.
- Support arbitrations from case development through resolution, including managing deadlines, preparing filings, and coordinating with arbitrators, client teams, counterparties, and other stakeholders.
- Handle demand-letter and pre-litigation matters, helping assess and advance the client's interests through responsive, practical written advocacy.
- Manage small claims matters and other litigation tasks, organizing multiple active files and competing deadlines to keep each matter moving efficiently.
- Meet and confer with opposing counsel and other stakeholders on behalf of the client, communicating positions clearly and working toward discrete litigation objectives.
- Work independently with limited supervision while collaborating closely with client attorneys and support staff to provide responsive service across a high-volume caseload.
What You Bring
- At least five years of litigation experience, with substantial experience in arbitration or small claims matters.
- Experience gained in a mid-sized or large law firm and/or while representing large institutional clients.
- Active bar admission in the candidate’s state of residence and in a state where the client maintains an office; residency and active bar admission must also meet the eligible-jurisdiction requirements, which include California.
- Strong legal drafting and communication skills, including the ability to produce persuasive written work and effective oral advocacy.
- Ability to distill legal research into clear, meaningful work product and to review work meticulously for quality and accuracy.
- Strong organization and case-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
- Sound judgment, responsiveness, client-service orientation, and the ability to work effectively with limited supervision and in a collaborative team.
- Ability to work remotely and primarily support West Coast hours; part-time candidates must be available for at least 20 hours per week, while full-time candidates must be available for 30–40 hours per week.
Why Consider It
This remote engagement offers flexibility in both schedule and weekly commitment, with full-time and part-time options and a preference—not a strict requirement—for West Coast hours.
The initial contract term is six months, with work anticipated to remain relatively steady and a strong possibility of renewal for successful candidates.
You will work closely with attorneys on a high-volume institutional-client portfolio and take ownership of meaningful day-to-day litigation tasks.
The role is benefits-eligible and pays $100–$120 per hour in California, adjusted for experience and other job-related factors.
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.