Personal Injury Legal Writer
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About Us Price Benowitz LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, and Illinois. Our practice areas include personal injury, criminal defense, family law, trusts and estates, and medical malpractice. We are guided by our core values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. Position Overview: Price Benowitz LLP is seeking a skilled Legal Writer to support our growing Personal Injury Practice Group. This role is ideal for a strong legal writer who enjoys drafting persuasive litigation materials, conducting legal research, and collaborating closely with attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. Responsibilities: - Draft and revise litigation materials including motions, complaints, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and briefs - Conduct legal research using LexisNexis and similar research platforms - Review, proofread, and edit legal documents for clarity, accuracy, and compliance - Ensure filings comply with jurisdiction-specific court rules and formatting requirements - Collaborate with attorneys to support litigation strategy and case development - Manage multiple writing assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Translate complex legal concepts into concise, persuasive written materials Qualifications: - JD degree or equivalent legal qualification preferred - Minimum of 4 years of legal writing, litigation support, or related experience - Strong legal research and analytical writing skills - Familiarity with litigation procedures and legal terminology - Experience with Bluebook citation standards - Knowledge of personal injury litigation in Maryland, Virginia, and/or Washington, DC preferred - Experience with SmartAdvocate or similar case management software preferred - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to handle confidential information appropriately, including awareness of AI-related confidentiality considerations - Excellent written and verbal communication skills We are willing to be flexible on compensation for candidates with exceptional credentials, substantial personal injury experience, and a demonstrated track record of outstanding legal writing and drafting skills Application Requirements: - Applicants should submit 1–2 writing samples with their application
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- IntermediateExperience Level
$45.00
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