Attorney

The TemPositions Group of Companies; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 113,652 - 161,868; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Paid holidays

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

The TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking a Contract Attorney to support habeas and detention matters for an ongoing remote opportunity. This role requires active admission to practice in Louisiana federal courts and a focus on impactful public interest work.

Attorneys with experience in habeas corpus or criminal defense are preferred for this part-time position of 15-30 hours per week, with competitive pay starting at $100/hour.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Louisiana federal courts.
• Experience in habeas corpus and/or criminal defense is preferred.

Responsibilities

• File and litigate habeas corpus petitions for detained clients.
• Conduct emergency legal research and draft court filings.
• Interview and counsel clients with sensitivity.
• Coordinate with local counsel and collect supporting documentation.
• Appear in court as required.
• Maintain detailed records of case activities.

Skills

Active admission to practice in one or more Louisiana federal courts

Habeas corpus experience

Criminal defense experience

Job description

Louisiana Contract Attorney (Federal Court Admission Required)

A nonprofit organization is seeking Contract Attorneys licensed to practice in Louisiana federal courts for an ongoing remote opportunity supporting high-impact habeas and detention matters.

Details

• $100/hour
• Ongoing contract anticipated to last 5+ months
• Part-time schedule: approximately 15–30 hours/week at the candidate's discretion
• Fully remote aside from any required court appearances

Requirements

• Active admission to practice in one or more Louisiana federal courts
• Habeas corpus experience strongly preferred
• Immigration experience is not required
• Candidates with significant criminal defense experience are encouraged to apply, even without direct habeas experience

Key Responsibilities

• File and litigate habeas corpus petitions on behalf of clients detained out of state
• Conduct emergency legal research and draft filings under tight deadlines
• Interview and counsel clients and families with sensitivity to trauma and crisis
• Coordinate with local counsel, public defenders, and advocacy groups to gather supporting documentation
• Appear in court as needed
• Maintain detailed records of case activity and communications

This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys interested in impactful public interest work with flexible remote hours.

Benefits

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Benefits are based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.