Brief Writer

NOSSCR; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Shafer Disability Law, LLC, a Chicago, IL based firm, is seeking a Brief Writer for Social Security disability appeals. The role is performed remotely as an independent contractor.

The Brief Writer will draft and revise briefs filed in federal court using medical evidence and applicable Social Security regulations and case law. Responsibilities include reviewing medical and other records, doing legal research, organizing facts, and preparing clear, persuasive written arguments for attorney

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Social Security federal court brief writing experience.
• Law degree and active bar status required.
• Seventh Circuit disability case law knowledge is a plus.
• Strong ability to analyze statutes, regulations and case law.
• Experience reviewing medical records and synthesizing evidence into summaries.
• Excellent editing, proofreading and citation-checking skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication, with attorney collaboration.
• Commitment to professional integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise briefs filed in federal court using medical evidence and applicable regulations.
• Review medical records and other evidence to prepare clear factual summaries.
• Conduct legal research and organize facts for persuasive arguments.
• Collaborate with an attorney to clarify strategy and respond to feedback.
• Ensure all filings meet deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Uphold confidentiality, accuracy and professionalism using firm templates.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Medical record review

Statutes & regulations analysis

Citation checking

Editing & proofreading

Communication & collaboration

Education

Law degree and bar admission

Tools

Legal templates

Job description

Contractor Job Description

Shafer Disability Law, LLC, is a Chicago, IL based law firm seeking a Brief Writer for Social Security disability appeals. The Brief Writer role is performed remotely as an independent contractor. The Brief Writer will draft and revise legal briefs filed in federal court using medical evidence and applicable Social Security regulations and case law. Responsibilities include reviewing medical and other records, doing legal research, organizing facts, and preparing clear, persuasive written arguments for attorney review and signature. As necessary, you will collaborate with an attorney to clarify case strategy, respond to feedback, and ensure all filings meet deadlines and procedural requirements. The Brief Writer will be provided firm templates and uphold high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in Social Security federal court brief writing.
• Law degree and active bar status is required.
• Prior knowledge of Seventh Circuit disability case law is a plus.
• All candidates should have strong legal research and writing skills, including the ability to analyze statutes, regulations, and case law and apply them to complex fact patterns.
• Experience reviewing and synthesizing medical records and other evidence into clear, organized factual summaries.
• Excellent editing, proofreading, and citation-checking skills, with attention to consistency, grammar, and format requirements.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with attorneys and respond constructively to feedback.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional integrity and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.