Legal Writing Attorney – Remote Position

Primary Responsibilities

• Drafting legal briefs, motions, responses, and memoranda under the Defense Base Act and Longshore Act framework.
• Prior experience in this field of law is not a requirement;
• Conducting legal research;
• Reviewing medical records, deposition testimony, discovery responses, employment records, and other case evidence;
• Aiding in the development of legal arguments for formal hearings, motions, and settlement-related filings;
• Supporting attorneys with written analysis of litigation strategy, evidentiary issues, and defenses;
• Ensuring written work product is clear, persuasive, accurate, and consistent with firm standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience;
• Excellent legal research and persuasive writing skills;
• Experience drafting litigation documents, including motions, briefs, and legal memoranda;
• Ability to analyze medical, employment, and factual records in detail;
• Strong attention to deadlines, citations, grammar, and legal accuracy;
• Ability to work independently and revise drafts based on attorney feedback;
• Licensed attorneys from any state are encouraged to apply.

About the Role

This is a writing-focused position focused on complex legal issues involving overseas employment, federal workers’ compensation law, medical causation, jurisdiction, coverage, and disability benefits. The role is full-time and fully remote.

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

The Gillette Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes qualified applicants with strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Interested candidates should submit a resume, writing sample, and brief cover letter explaining their legal writing experience to Brian.Gillette@dba-lawyer.com and Kali.Guttman@dba-lawyer.com.