Attorney/Lawyer
<p>We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney for a fully remote opportunity supporting a busy Toxic Tort Litigation practice. This is an initial 3-month contract with potential for conversion to a permanent role, available on either a full-time or part-time schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>The attorney will handle substantive litigation work with a strong focus on legal research, writing, and motion practice. There is no shortage of work, and the team is ready for someone who can jump in and contribute right away.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Candidates must be able to commit exclusively to this engagement and cannot be working with other law firms or maintaining an independent legal practice during the assignment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and revise Motions for Summary Judgment, oppositions, and related briefing.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural issues.</li><li>Analyze case records, discovery, deposition transcripts, and expert materials to support motion practice.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys on toxic tort and other complex litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with additional litigation-related writing projects as needed.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Active attorney license in good standing.</li><li>1+ years of litigation experience required.</li><li>Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.</li><li>Experience drafting motions, oppositions, and legal memoranda.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines in a remote environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of litigation experience.</li><li>Toxic tort experience.</li><li>Experience with complex civil litigation and substantive motion practice.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Walnut Creek, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
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75 - 85 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney for a fully remote opportunity supporting a busy Toxic Tort Litigation practice. This is an initial 3-month contract with potential for conversion to a permanent role, available on either a full-time or part-time schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>The attorney will handle substantive litigation work with a strong focus on legal research, writing, and motion practice. There is no shortage of work, and the team is ready for someone who can jump in and contribute right away.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Candidates must be able to commit exclusively to this engagement and cannot be working with other law firms or maintaining an independent legal practice during the assignment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and revise Motions for Summary Judgment, oppositions, and related briefing.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive and procedural issues.</li><li>Analyze case records, discovery, deposition transcripts, and expert materials to support motion practice.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys on toxic tort and other complex litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with additional litigation-related writing projects as needed.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z