Job Description
Job Description
📌 Contract Attorney – Remote | $55+ / hour | Boutique NY Firm
A boutique New York-based law firm is seeking a contract litigation associate with 3+ years of experience to support its growing caseload in administrative law and guardianship matters . This is a fully remote position, open to attorneys licensed in New York, with a preference for candidates located in the Albany, NY area.
Key Role Information
- Remote : Work from anywhere within the licensed jurisdictions.
- Hours : Monday-Friday, EST business hours.
- Pay : $55+ / hour , depending on experience and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities :
Legal Research : Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law to support litigation strategy.Drafting : Prepare pleadings, motions, letters, and other legal documents.Client Communication : Respond to client inquiries and provide updates with professionalism and clarity.Litigation Prep : Assist with case preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing for hearings.Letter Writing : Draft correspondence to courts, clients, and opposing counsel.Volume Work : Manage a high-volume caseload with efficiency and attention to detail.Discovery : Limited; this role is not discovery heavy .Ideal Candidate :
Licensed and in good standing in NY, NJ, or FL .3+ years of litigation experience , ideally in administrative or guardianship law.Comfortable with first-year associate-level work under the guidance of senior attorneys.Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.Responsive, reliable, and able to work independently in a remote setting.Proactive communicator who asks questions and uses available resources effectively.Licensed and in good standing in NY, NJ, or FL .3+ years of litigation experience , ideally in administrative or guardianship law.Comfortable with first-year associate-level work under the guidance of senior attorneys.Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.Responsive, reliable, and able to work independently in a remote setting.Proactive communicator who asks questions and uses available resources effectively.