Contract Attorney – Business Litigation

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); Remote; USD 137,760 - 206,640; Part time

Job summary

A commercial litigation firm is looking for an experienced Contract Attorney to join their team remotely. The position requires expertise in business litigation and the ability to manage litigation across multiple cases. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and have strong communication and organizational skills. This contract role offers a flexible working environment with competitive hourly compensation ranging from $100 to $150, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in business/commercial litigation required.
• Insurance defense and/or personal injury litigation experience is a plus.
• Corporate transactional experience is also a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as counsel on complex commercial litigation matters.
• Manage key aspects of active cases, including motion practice and discovery.
• Develop and execute effective case strategies with team leadership.
• Provide practical, business-minded legal advice to clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Remote work proficiency

Education

Licensed to practice law in New Jersey

Job description

Pitcoff Law Group is a boutique commercial litigation and business law firm serving clients in New Jersey, New York, and Florida. We deliver sophisticated legal solutions with the responsiveness of a modern boutique. As one of the fastest‑growing small law firms in America for two years running, we’re building a results‑oriented, client‑focused team committed to excellence and professionalism.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring an experienced Contract Attorney to support our business litigation team. This remote role is ideal for an attorney licensed in New Jersey who is ready to step into active commercial litigation matters and deliver high‑quality, strategic advocacy for our clients.

You’ll handle all stages of litigation, collaborate with our team on strategy, and help drive cases forward efficiently. This is a flexible contract opportunity with potential for ongoing work based on performance and availability.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as counsel on a range of complex commercial litigation matters
• Step into active cases and manage key aspects, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, negotiations, and hearings
• Develop and execute effective case strategies in collaboration with firm leadership
• Provide clear, practical, business‑minded legal advice to clients
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, responsiveness, and client service
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and courts

Who You Are

• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey (NY and/or FL admission a plus)
• Demonstrated experience in business/commercial litigation required
• Insurance defense and/or personal injury litigation experience is a plus but not required
• Corporate transactional experience is also a plus but not required
• Comfortable managing active cases and deadlines independently in a remote environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and reliable
• Committed to delivering strategic, client‑focused solutions

Why Join Us

At PLG, you’ll be part of a team that values clear communication, accountability, and professionalism. We support our attorneys with collaborative problem‑solving, open communication, and a commitment to excellent client service. We offer the opportunity to work on high‑stakes, challenging cases with the flexibility of a contract role, and the potential to grow into additional matters based on performance and availability.

$100 – $150 per hour, commensurate with experience

Type: Contract position with potential for ongoing work

Location: Remote