Description
We are seeking a Legal Writer to join our team at Fragomen. As a Legal Writer, you will provide writing support to our legal teams and work on drafting and writing complex business immigration cases.
Responsibilities:
- Research, analyze, and write complex business immigration cases
- Translate complex terminology into accessible content for petitions to government entities
- Create case strategy and work closely with attorneys on writing projects
- Ensure accuracy of all information with the legal team
- Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously
- Possess strong understanding of immigration law and the firm's network of clients, cases, and legal teams
- Apply excellent proofreading and editing skills to case-writing content
- Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress to supervisor
- Act as source of technical expertise for the team
- Proactively escalate complex client issues to stakeholders
- Engage, collaborate, and share knowledge with teams locally and regionally
- Assist in continuous review and improvement of practices and processes within the team
- Use Connect and other firm technology accurately
- Follow documented firm standards and policy to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory compliance
Requirements:
- Master's degree or PhD in Creative Writing, English, Journalism, or writing-related field
- 2-5 years' experience as a Legal, Case or Technical Writer preferred but not required
- Business Immigration experience preferred, not required
- Excellent writing and analytical skills
- Superior research skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Dedication to exceptional client service
- Demonstrated attention to detail, flexibility, and initiative
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Benefits:
- 22 PTO days + Federal holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + FSA & HSA Plans
- 401K plan, with company matching