Pro Bono Counsel (Access to Justice Expert) | $170/hr Remote
Overview
Mercor is looking for a seasoned Pro Bono Counsel to help refine AI systems that assist with civil legal services. In this remote, hourly role, you'll apply your broad civil practice expertise to evaluate AI-generated legal analyses, focusing on access-to-justice issues. Your structured feedback will directly improve the quality and accuracy of the AI's legal reasoning.
What You'll Do5
- 1Analyze AI-produced legal content for accuracy and clarity.
- 2Assess legal scenarios involving housing, family law, consumer protection, foreclosure, and debt matters.
- 3Evaluate the AI's legal reasoning and procedural recommendations.
- 4Identify errors and overlooked access-to-justice considerations in the AI's output.
- 5Provide clear, written evaluations to guide AI improvements.
Requirements5
- 1A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active membership in a U.S. state bar.
- 2Proven experience managing or contributing to pro bono legal initiatives.
- 3Strong background in civil legal practice with excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
- 4Preference for candidates who have served as Pro Bono Counsel or Pro Bono Partner, organized legal clinics, or worked across multiple civil practice areas.
- 5Familiarity with legal technology or AI is a plus.
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for a public-spirited attorney with deep civil litigation experience and a passion for expanding access to justice. You should be comfortable critiquing legal reasoning and providing actionable feedback, and you're excited to use your expertise to make AI tools more reliable for underserved communities.
Salary Insight
The position offers $170.00 per hour as a remote, contract engagement.
Application Tip
When applying, highlight specific pro bono projects you've led or contributed to—especially those involving multiple practice areas—and any experience you have evaluating AI-generated content or working with legal tech platforms.
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