Attorney

National LGBTQ+ Bar Association; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious government agency is hiring fully remote litigation attorneys. The role involves preparing for and trying complex cases, managing significant caseloads, and requires proficiency in legal research and technology. Candidates need to be barred and in good standing with at least 2 years of litigation experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted and in good standing in any state.
• 2+ years of litigation experience required.
• Ability to manage a caseload of 100-200 cases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and try complex cases remotely.
• Negotiate settlements for special education claims.
• Review and approve agreements prepared by other attorneys.

Skills

Efficient legal research skills

Professionalism

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Outlook

Job description

On Call Counsel is seeking fully REMOTE litigation attorneys to work for a prestigious government agency. Contract attorneys must be barred and in good standing in any state with 2+ years of litigation experience. This position is expected to start in mid to late October. The duration will be a year with a possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and/or try complex cases remotely in front of impartial Hearing Officers.
• Negotiate and implement the settlement of special education claims.
• Prepare and argue difficult cases and appeals in administrative tribunals.
• Review, revise, and approve agreements prepared by other attorneys.
• Draft memoranda seeking fiscal settlement authority.
• Analyze the relative strength of impartial hearing cases.
• Review internal settlement recommendations.
• Gather evidence and assist in researching issues.
• Appear at pre-hearing conferences; responsible for reviewing administrative decisions.

Additional Requirements

• Admitted and in good standing in any state.
• Efficient legal research skills.
• Professionalism, including providing a week's notice if leaving the assignment.
• Computer literacy: troubleshooting, data entry into Excel, reliable Wi-Fi, familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Manage a large caseload, up to 100-200 cases.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / 40 hours (no OT), based on NYC/eastern time. References required after initial interview.

Salary

• $39/hr for candidates with 1-7 years of experience.
• $41/hr for candidates with 7+ years of experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from minority groups and women are encouraged.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations