Local Counsel Attorney Remote Contract

THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM; Matawan (NJ); Remote; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM seeks attorneys admitted in federal district courts to assist with federal court filings and local counsel responsibilities in Social Security disability appeals. This is a remote, contract-based local counsel role, offering a $500 flat fee per case assignment.

Attorneys will help with filings in districts where local counsel is required or preferred, and will collaborate with firm counsel to ensure compliance with local rules and CM/ECF procedures.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in one or more applicable federal district courts listed above.
• Ability to maintain compliance with local court rules and procedures.
• Familiarity with CM/ECF filing systems preferred.
• Strong professional communication and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Filing notices of appearance and other documents per local court rules.
• Assist with electronic filing of pleadings, motions, briefs and related filings via CM/ECF.
• Serve as local counsel in accordance with federal and local rules.
• Communicate with firm counsel regarding filing requirements and procedural matters.

Skills

Federal court admissions

CM/ECF familiarity

Strong communication

Tools

CM/ECF

Job description

Position: Local Counsel Attorney – Federal District Court Filings (Remote / Contract)

Payment: $500 flat fee per case assignment.

THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM is seeking attorneys admitted to practice in one or more federal district courts to assist with federal court filings and local counsel responsibilities in Social Security disability appeals.

Local counsel is an attorney or law firm licensed to practice in the specific geographic jurisdiction or court where a legal case is being heard, providing assistance to an out-of-town primary lawyer. You assist our firm in appearing in the district, pro hac vice.

We are currently seeking attorneys admitted in the following jurisdictions:

Alabama (Northern District), California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia (Southern District), Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Washington State, and Wyoming.

About the Firm

Konoski & Partners, P.C. d/b/a THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM is a law firm focused exclusively on Social Security disability cases at the federal district court level. Our practice is dedicated to federal appellate advocacy and representation throughout the United States.

Position Overview

This is a remote, contract-based local counsel position. Attorneys in this role will work collaboratively with firm counsel in connection with filings and procedural requirements in federal district courts where local counsel participation is required or preferred.

Compensation

$500 flat fee per case assignment.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in one or more applicable federal district courts listed above
• Ability to maintain compliance with applicable local court rules and procedures
• Familiarity with CM/ECF filing systems preferred
• Strong professional communication and responsiveness

Responsibilities

• Filing notices of appearance and other documents consistent with local court rules
• Assisting with electronic filing of pleadings, motions, briefs, and related filings through CM/ECF
• Serving as local counsel in accordance with applicable federal and local rules
• Communicating with firm counsel regarding filing requirements and procedural matters

This position is intended for attorneys seeking flexible, supplemental contract-based legal work. The number of assignments varies depending on need in a particular jurisdiction.

Location

Remote

Contact Information

Konoski & Partners, P.C.

d/b/a THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM

180 Tices Lane, Suite 204, Building A

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Website: www.TheFederalAppealsFirm.com

Email: [e-mail]

Please email all inquiries and application materials.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All employment and contract engagement decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.

This is a remote position.