Staff Attorney

Purpose

We are seeking a diligent, team-oriented, non-partner track Attorney with substantial litigation experience and a strong emphasis on legal writing. This role is ideal for an attorney who excels in drafting, analyzing, and refining complex legal documents in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. The Attorney will play a critical role in producing high-quality written work product to support case strategy and execution.

About the Role

This position is fully remote and typically a standard 40-hour work week. Candidates must be willing to work general business hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT. The salary range is $100,000–$130,000 per year, plus a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits.

Essential Functions

• Draft, revise, and finalize complex legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and written discovery, with a high degree of precision and clarity.
• Collaborate closely with partners and associates to develop written legal arguments and case strategy.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and translate findings into persuasive, well-structured written analysis.
• Prepare memoranda and other internal work product to support litigation efforts.
• Draft client communications and litigation updates for internal and external use.
• Absorb and communicate fact development and case workups, ensuring all written materials accurately reflect the record.
• Communicate, as needed, with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors in support of written submissions and case progress.
• Ensure all written work complies with applicable federal and state procedural rules and court requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated strength in legal writing, editing, and written advocacy.
• Experience drafting complex litigation documents across multiple jurisdictions.
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in written work product.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex legal issues into clear, concise writing.
• Able to manage multiple writing assignments and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with federal and state court rules and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word (including document formatting and editing), Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Education/Experience

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
At least three years of litigation experience, with a demonstrated focus on legal drafting and writing.

Required Certificates/Licenses

Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar.

Benefits

Keller Postman offers a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keller Postman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For California Applicants, please find our CRPA information here.