San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$45.50/hr
Contract Attorney Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA Schedule: Hybrid (1 day in office per week) Compensation: $45.50 per hour Engagement Type: Contract Assignment Direct Counsel is seeking ...
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San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$45.50/hr
Contract Attorney Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA Schedule: Hybrid (1 day in office per week) Compensation: $45.50 per hour Engagement Type: Contract Assignment Direct Counsel is seeking ...
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$45.50/hr
Contract Attorney Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA Schedule: Hybrid (1 day in office per week) Compensation: $45.50 per hour Engagement Type: Contract Assignment Direct Counsel is seeking ...
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Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$45.50/hr
Contract Attorney Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA Schedule: Hybrid (1 day in office per week) Compensation: $45.50 per hour Engagement Type: Contract Assignment Direct Counsel is seeking ...
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
We are seeking a skilled attorney in Vermont to join our legal team on a contract basis. As an attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...
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Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
We are seeking a skilled attorney in Vermont to join our legal team on a contract basis. As an attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
As a Contract Attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation. The successful applicant will have ...
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Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
As a Contract Attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation. The successful applicant will have ...
Wilmington, DE · On-site
Contract Attorneys Residential Purchase & Refinance Transactions Location: Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract title attorneys to ...
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Wilmington, DE · On-site
Contract Attorneys Residential Purchase & Refinance Transactions Location: Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract title attorneys to ...
Houston, TX · Remote
$100 - $2.0K/wk
Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...
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Houston, TX · Remote
$100 - $2.0K/wk
Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...
Urgent
Houston, TX · Remote
$100 - $2.0K/wk
Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...
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Houston, TX · Remote
$100 - $2.0K/wk
Heston Law Firm is seeking a contract attorneys for local counsel. We are seeking attorneys to cover hearings primarily in the Houston area, with additional coverage needed across multiple Texas ...
Urgent
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
We are seeking a skilled attorney in Maine to join our legal team on a contract basis. As an attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...
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Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
We are seeking a skilled attorney in Maine to join our legal team on a contract basis. As an attorney, you will provide legal services to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site +1
$23 - $26/hr
Contract Attorney Location: Remote/Hybrid (based on client needs) Job Type: Temporary Contract Assignment LHH is partnering with a client seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy legal ...
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Charlotte, NC · On-site +1
$23 - $26/hr
Contract Attorney Location: Remote/Hybrid (based on client needs) Job Type: Temporary Contract Assignment LHH is partnering with a client seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy legal ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site +1
$23 - $26/hr
Contract Attorney Location: Remote/Hybrid (based on client needs) Job Type: Temporary Contract Assignment LHH is partnering with a client seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy legal ...
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Charlotte, NC · On-site +1
$23 - $26/hr
Contract Attorney Location: Remote/Hybrid (based on client needs) Job Type: Temporary Contract Assignment LHH is partnering with a client seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy legal ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...
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San Francisco, CA · Remote
Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...
New Orleans, LA · Remote
Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of litigation, medical malpractice and/or insurance defense experience. Must be licensed to practice in ...
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New Orleans, LA · Remote
Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of litigation, medical malpractice and/or insurance defense experience. Must be licensed to practice in ...
Contract Attorney Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney to support and accelerate our commercial contracting function. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and ...
Contract Attorney Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney to support and accelerate our commercial contracting function. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and ...
San Francisco, CA · Remote
Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...
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San Francisco, CA · Remote
Small plaintiffs employment law firm in San Francisco seeks experienced, litigation contract attorney in Bay Area with at least 2-3 years in civil litigation to perform project based work on ...
New Orleans, LA · Remote
Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of litigation, medical malpractice and/or insurance defense experience. Must be licensed to practice in ...
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New Orleans, LA · Remote
Mid-City New Orleans AV Rated Law Firm seeking a Contract Attorney with at least three years of litigation, medical malpractice and/or insurance defense experience. Must be licensed to practice in ...
Juvenile Contract Attorney - Part-Time Houston County is seeking qualified attorneys to serve as Juvenile Contract Attorneys (Part-Time) for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal ...
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Juvenile Contract Attorney - Part-Time Houston County is seeking qualified attorneys to serve as Juvenile Contract Attorneys (Part-Time) for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal ...
Warner Robins, GA · On-site
$7.5K/mo
Juvenile Contract Attorney - Full-Time Houston County is seeking a qualified attorney to serve as a Juvenile Contract Attorney for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal representation and ...
Warner Robins, GA · On-site
$7.5K/mo
Juvenile Contract Attorney - Full-Time Houston County is seeking a qualified attorney to serve as a Juvenile Contract Attorney for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal representation and ...
Warner Robins, GA · On-site
$7.5K/mo
Juvenile Contract Attorney - Full-Time Houston County is seeking a qualified attorney to serve as a Juvenile Contract Attorney for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal representation and ...
Warner Robins, GA · On-site
$7.5K/mo
Juvenile Contract Attorney - Full-Time Houston County is seeking a qualified attorney to serve as a Juvenile Contract Attorney for the Juvenile Court. This position provides legal representation and ...
Nashville, TN · On-site
Contract Attorney Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney to support and accelerate our commercial contracting function. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and ...
Nashville, TN · On-site
Contract Attorney Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney to support and accelerate our commercial contracting function. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and ...
New York, NY · On-site
$180K - $230K/yr
Under the direction of the Senior Contract Attorney and Chief Contract Officer, provides operational legal support across the contracting and procurement functions. Reviews, drafts, and negotiates ...
New York, NY · On-site
$180K - $230K/yr
Under the direction of the Senior Contract Attorney and Chief Contract Officer, provides operational legal support across the contracting and procurement functions. Reviews, drafts, and negotiates ...
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| Aspect | Contract Attorney | Staff Attorney |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Juris Doctor (JD), licensed to practice law | Juris Doctor (JD), licensed to practice law |
| Work Environment | Temporary, project-based, often remote or on-site | Full-time, permanent, typically office-based |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Law firms, corporations, government agencies for specific projects | Law firms, legal departments, courts for ongoing legal work |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Contract Attorneys are hired for specific projects or durations, offering flexibility and specialized expertise. Staff Attorneys hold permanent positions within organizations, providing ongoing legal support. Both roles require a JD and legal licensure but differ mainly in employment type and work setting.
A contract attorney conducts research, prepares legal documents, and represents clients in a court of law. Contract attorneys are not permanent employees of law firms; they handle cases on behalf of law firms on a case-by-case basis. Much like standard attorneys, contract attorneys may specialize in a specific legal area, such as corporate law, family law, or criminal law. Law firms expect contract attorneys to uphold the same legal standards as traditional attorneys.
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$45.50/hr
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA
Schedule: Hybrid (1 day in office per week)
Compensation: $45.50 per hour
Engagement Type: Contract Assignment
Direct Counsel is seeking two Contract Attorneys for a respected public agency. This is a hybrid opportunity requiring one day per week in either the San Francisco or Los Angeles office.
This engagement is ideal for junior-to-mid-level attorneys with strong research and writing skills and experience supporting investigative or regulatory matters.
Review investigation files for completeness and procedural accuracy
Identify issues implicating attorney disciplinary rules
Conduct factual and legal research
Draft legal memoranda and written correspondence
Prepare communications to complainants and attorneys
Support the closure process for complaint matters
Assist with investigative documentation and analysis
Active California Bar license (required)
Minimum 2+ years of attorney experience (junior-level acceptable)
Strong legal research and writing skills
Experience drafting motions and/or appellate briefs
Experience writing legal memoranda (court staff attorney or clerkship experience preferred)
Experience supporting investigations (e.g., compliance investigations, workplace investigations, regulatory reviews)
Hourly pay: $45.50
Candidates must not be current or former members of CalPERS
We are seeking attorneys who are analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently within a structured review framework. Strong written communication and issue-spotting ability are essential.
