Criminal Law Attorney (Remote in Illinois)

Our customer is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. They help researchers make new discoveries, doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients, and lawyers develop winning strategies. They prevent online fraud and money laundering and help insurance companies evaluate and predict risk. Their events combine in-person and digital experiences to help customers learn about markets, source products and complete transactions. In short, they enable customers to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.

Our Customer is seeking a Criminal Law Attorney on a contract basis to draft various forms within their practice area. They will provide sample base forms for the contractor to modify and conform to their particular jurisdiction. The forms should contain alternate/optional clauses, and drafting notes providing drafting tips/guidance/red flags/jurisdiction-specific nuances etc. These forms are written for an attorney who may not be familiar with that particular form/jurisdiction and is seeking drafting guidance. This role is 100% remote in IL.

This position will require reviewing and updating practical guidance and templates, an online legal product for attorneys, and creating new content, as needed. This is a contract position involving flexible hours (assignments can be completed as your schedule permits, as long as the deadline is met).

Part-time, 5-15 hours/week.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and revise practical guidance templates on criminal law documents.
• Review and update motions, affidavits, and other related criminal law documents.
• Supplement existing documents with state-specific, “how-to” practical guidance based on state law, local custom, and legal practice experience

Must-haves:

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• 3+ years of experience as a practicing criminal law attorney
• Member, in good standing, of the Illinois State Bar
• Substantive experience drafting motions, affidavits, and other related criminal law documents.
• Excellent writing, editing, and legal research skills
• Comfortable working in Microsoft Word with track changes and conducting online research
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to complete assigned projects by prescribed deadlines
• Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage tasks effectively

Please Note: In order to create a safe, productive work environment, our client is requiring all contractors who plan to be onsite to be fully vaccinated according to the CDC guidelines. Prior to coming into our offices, contractors will be required to attest that they are fully vaccinated.

Perks are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of the waiting period for eligible engagements)
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (including spouse & child), 401k, STD/LTD, AD&D, and Commuter Benefits program.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.