Overview
Legal Writer and Researcher Jobs in United States at Motion Recruitment
Title: Legal Writer and Researcher
Company: Motion Recruitment
Location: United States
We’re seeking a Legal Researcher & Writer to join a collaborative Content Team responsible for creating high-quality legal analysis and practical guidance for attorneys and legal professionals. This role combines traditional legal research and writing with modern AI-assisted content development, making it ideal for attorneys who enjoy writing, analyzing complex legal issues, and leveraging technology to improve legal content.
Location: Remote
Schedule: Full-Time | Standard Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (U.S. Time Zone, with flexibility)
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: Up to $32.00/hr W2 (Candidates must meet all required qualifications.)
Important: Please include a verifiable link or citation to a previously published legal article, commentary, or other writing sample with your application or resume.
About the Role
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth legal research and draft clear, analytical legal content.
- Analyze legislation, case law, regulations, and legal developments.
- Write articles and commentaries on current legal and tax topics for practicing attorneys.
- Ensure all content meets legal, editorial, and quality standards.
- Utilize AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) to assist with outlining, drafting, summarizing, and editing legal content.
- Develop effective AI prompts and evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy and quality.
- Monitor changes in U.S. law and emerging legal technologies.
- Partner with Editorial Directors, Legal Editors, Product Managers, and cross-functional teams to develop new legal content.
- Participate in product initiatives, process improvements, and content innovation projects.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) required.
- Minimum 2 years of legal practice experience or equivalent.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and original writing skills.
- Experience using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar to support legal research and writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Lexis+ AI, Protégé, or similar legal research platforms.
- Familiarity with Tableau or Power BI.
- Experience creating legal publications, practice guidance, or analytical legal content.
If you’re a JD with strong legal writing experience, enjoy translating complex legal issues into practical guidance, and are excited about integrating AI into legal content creation, we’d love to hear from you.
To be considered, please submit your resume along with a verifiable link or citation to a previously published legal writing sample.
