Legal Researcher and Writer (100% Remote)

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.

We are seeking a contract Legal Researcher and Writer to research, write, and summarize content on legal topics for new state and/or national legal encyclopedia products. These individuals would work with multiple Editorial Directors, Legal Editors, Product Managers and other legal writers to create these products and creating new content, as needed. This role is 100% remote.


Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research and write (summarize) on legal topics in an encyclopedia-type format
• Draft clear and concise summaries, analyses, and explanations of legal concepts and principles
• Collaborate with Editorial and Product stakeholders throughout the writing and review process
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal and editorial standards
• Meet project deadlines and maintain open communication with the team
• Participate in occasional phone meetings and teleconferences as requested

Skills/Qualifications

• JD required
• 1+ years previous legal research and writing
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities
• Familiarity with legal research databases and resources
• Ability to work collaboratively across practice areas and topics
• Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Ability to complete complex legal research across multiple jurisdictions and practice areas
• Writing Proficiency: Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to write in a clear, concise, and persuasive style
• Proficiency in legal citation and formatting styles
• Proficiency in using technology for research, writing, and project management
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal teams
• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

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

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.