Legal Content Author

Washington D.C., DC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 75000 - 105000

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Legal Content Author to develop accurate well-researched and compliant legal content for a wide range of professional and commercial purposes. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal knowledge exceptional writing abilities and the capacity to translate complex legal concepts into clear accessible and authoritative content tailored to diverse audiences.

This role requires a strong understanding of U.S. laws regulations and legal writing standards along with a commitment to precision consistency and ethical content development.

Key Responsibilities:

Research write edit and review high-quality legal content including but not limited to:

Legal articles and educational materials

Practice guides and compliance documentation

Website and marketing legal content

White papers case summaries and policy explanations

Ensure all content is accurate current and aligned with applicable U.S. federal and state laws.

Translate complex legal concepts into clear professional and reader-friendly language.

Collaborate with legal professionals editors and subject-matter experts to validate content accuracy.

Maintain consistency in tone terminology and formatting across all legal publications.

Monitor changes in laws and regulations to update existing content as needed.

Ensure compliance with ethical copyright and confidentiality standards.

Meet deadlines while managing multiple content projects simultaneously.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Law Legal Studies Journalism English or a related field (Juris Doctor preferred).

Proven experience in legal writing legal content creation or editorial work within a U.S. legal context.

Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state laws and legal terminology.

Exceptional written communication grammar and proofreading skills.

Ability to conduct thorough legal research using reliable and authoritative sources.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

U.S. residency required (citizenship or legal authorization to work in the U.S.).

Preferred Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.

Prior experience writing for law firms legal publications compliance teams or legal technology companies.

Familiarity with SEO best practices for legal content.

Experience with content management systems (CMS).

Annual Compensation:

Salary Range: $75000 $105000 USD per year commensurate with experience education and location.

Benefits Package:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off (PTO) including vacation sick leave and U.S. federal holidays

Remote work flexibility within the United States

Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Performance-based bonuses