Legal Writer

Fragomen; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 PTO days + Federal holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision + FSA & HSA

401K with company matching

Job summary

Fragomen is seeking a Legal Writer to support our immigration-focused legal teams. You will research, analyze, and craft complex immigration cases and translate terminology into accessible petitions for government entities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with attorneys and rigorous attention to accuracy and deadlines. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in a writing-related field and brings strong writing, research, and proofreading skills to deliver high-quality client content and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Creative Writing, English, Journalism, or a writing-related field.
• 2-5 years’ experience as a Legal, Case or Technical Writer preferred but not required.
• Business Immigration experience preferred, not required.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills, as well as superior research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including proofreading and drafting fluent prose.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and write complex business immigration cases.
• Translate complex terminology into accessible, compelling content for petitions to government entities.
• Create case strategy and collaborate with attorneys on writing projects.
• Ensure accuracy of information by working closely with the legal team.
• Meet deadlines and communicate case progress/status to supervisor.
• Engage and share knowledge with teams locally and regionally.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Proofreading

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Master’s or PhD in Creative Writing/English/Journalism

Tools

Connect

Job description

Job Description

Fragomen’s Legal Writer position will provide you with the opportunity to make an immediate impact on our business by providing writing support to our legal teams. Fragomen’s exclusive focus on immigration means you will work in an exciting, ever-changing and challenging atmosphere with people who are passionate about immigration. Providing world class client service and industry leading technology solutions, Fragomen helps our clients to navigate the complex world of global immigration to better achieve their goals. Our Legal Writers work closely with Fragomen Attorneys on drafting and writing the most complex cases.

How will you make a difference as a Legal Writer at Fragomen?

• Research, analyze, and write complex business immigration cases.
• Translate complex terminology into accessible, compelling, and relevant content for petitions to government entities.
• Create case strategy and work closely with attorneys on writing projects.
• Work closely with members of the legal team to ensure the accuracy of all information.
• Work independently and manage multiple writing projects simultaneously.
• Possess strong understanding of or ability to learn immigration law and the firms’ network of clients, cases, and legal teams.
• Apply excellent proofreading and editing skills to case-writing content and other materials.
• Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisor.
• Act as source of technical expertise for the team, demonstrating ability to research complex technical issues and formulate solutions.
• Proactively escalating complex client issues to stakeholders and actively contribute to issue resolution.
• Engage, collaborate, and share knowledge with teams locally and regionally.
• Assist in the continuous review and improvement of practices and processes within the team.
• Use Connect and other firm technology accurately and in line with team and client protocols.
• Follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance.

Leverage your valuable skills and experience to make an impact at Fragomen:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Creative Writing, English, Journalism, or writing related field
• 2-5 years’ experience as a Legal, Case or Technical Writer preferred but not required
• Business Immigration experience preferred, not required
• Possess excellent writing and analytical skills, as well as superior research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread documents, draft fluent prose, and avoid grammatical mistakes without the aid of AI engines
• Dedication to exceptional client service
• Demonstrated attention to detail, flexibility and initiative
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with competing demands
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment

Benefits

• 22 PTO days + Federal holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
• 401K plan, with company matching

Learn More About Fragomen

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All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI-assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision-making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.