Litigation Attorney
Listing checked October 15, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
micro1 is hiring Litigation Attorneys to support a client project that involves managing and resolving complex legal disputes. Your work will directly shape how next-generation AI systems learn to reason about legal problems, using your real-world expertise as training input. No background in AI is needed. This is a remote contractor role where you analyze cases, conduct legal research, and draft documents that meet project specifications.
What You'll Do7
- 1Examine legal disputes and build litigation strategies that fit the facts and governing law.
- 2Research statutes, regulations, and case law to support project deliverables.
- 3Write and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for accuracy and relevance.
- 4Evaluate evidence, contracts, and discovery materials to deliver critical analysis.
- 5Explain litigation principles, processes, and best practices in writing and verbally for project use.
- 6Work with other legal experts to keep solutions aligned with current litigation standards.
- 7Provide case management recommendations and procedural strategies for hypothetical or real scenarios.
Requirements7
- 1Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- 2Active law license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 3Extensive experience in civil or commercial litigation, covering case strategy, discovery, and motion practice.
- 4Proven excellence in legal research, writing, and analysis.
- 5Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on clarity and precision.
- 6Solid organizational abilities and attention to detail when handling multiple case assignments or deliverables.
- 7Experience consulting or training on litigation topics is a plus.
Who Should Apply
Attorneys with a J.D., an active U.S. law license, and deep civil or commercial litigation experience. You should be comfortable with legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and explaining litigation concepts to others. Prior AI experience is not required.
Salary Insight
Compensation is $80 to $170 per hour, paid per task that meets project specifications. The time to complete work varies by experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply, including a minimum number of tasks per week.
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Highlight your litigation experience with specific case types, discovery work, and motion practice. Include examples of legal research and writing you have done, and mention any active U.S. law license. If you have trained or consulted on litigation topics, note that as well.
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