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Oil States International

Legal Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

Brief writing sample * Short written statement (1 page or less) describing your interest in AI and how you believe generative AI tools may impact legal practice Applications will be reviewed on a ...

CAIR LA

Civil Rights Legal Fellow

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice * Draft and edit public education and ... legal writing sample, and (4) your law school transcript. Please attach all documents to your ...

CAIR LA

Civil Rights Legal Fellow

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice * Draft and edit public education and ... legal writing sample, and (4) your law school transcript. Please attach all documents to your ...

Varsity Tutors

Legal Writing Tutor

Edina, MN · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Sunrise, FL · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Augusta, GA · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Trenton, NJ · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Bowie, MD · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Dallas, TX · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

WI · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

NC · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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Legal Writing Tutor

Alexandria, VA · Remote

$40/hr

Deep knowledge of legal memorandum structure, brief writing, case analysis, IRAC methodology, citation format including Bluebook rules, persuasive legal argumentation, and contract drafting ...

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How much do legal brief writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for legal brief writer in the United States is $24.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Legal Brief Writer job?

A Legal Brief Writer is responsible for drafting concise, well-structured legal documents that summarize case law, arguments, and relevant statutes. They work for law firms, corporations, or government agencies to support litigation, appeals, or legal research. Their role requires strong legal writing, research skills, and attention to detail to craft persuasive and accurate briefs. Often, they collaborate with attorneys to ensure clarity and compliance with legal standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Legal Brief Writer position, and why are they important?

A Legal Brief Writer requires strong legal research and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, and typically holds a law degree or relevant legal education. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), citation systems like Bluebook, and proficiency with word processing software are essential. Excellent time management, analytical thinking, and the ability to interpret complex legal concepts are key soft skills for success in this position. These skills ensure the briefs produced are accurate, persuasive, and meet the stringent standards required for effective legal proceedings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Legal Brief Writer?

Legal Brief Writers spend their days conducting in-depth legal research, analyzing statutes and case law, and drafting clear, persuasive legal briefs to support attorneys in litigation. They frequently collaborate with attorneys to clarify case strategies and review facts, ensuring all written documents align with the legal team's objectives. Their daily work also involves organizing and citing legal authorities according to mandated style guides, and often reviewing or revising briefs before submission. This role is ideal for those who enjoy detail-oriented tasks and the intellectual challenge of translating complex legal issues into concise arguments.

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Entry-level Legal Writer - Business Immigration (Remote-PST Hours)

Wolfsdorf Rosenthal

Santa Monica, CA • Remote

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 DOE

WR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With nine offices in three time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 30 attorneys and 150 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Michigan, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.


Legal Writers work alongside other legal support staff members as a part of the Writing Team. This team is responsible for preparing and filing specific writing-intensive immigration cases, including O, EB-1A, EB-1B, NIW applications and RFE responses, and is crucial to the successful completion of many of the cases handled by the firm.


Legal Writer Responsibilities:

  • Collecting and reviewing documents received from petitioners.
  • Conducting internet research for relevant case facts.
  • Completing case-related forms using information received from petitioners.
  • Drafting persuasive, detailed case documents, including support letters and complex RFE responses for petitions.
  • Compiling case exhibits in an organized and efficient manner.
  • Assembling exhibits and other case documents into a single case file to be printed and sent to the appropriate agency by the Firms in-office administrative support team.
  • Entering data accurately and consistently into internal data management platforms.
  • Helping to draft and send communication to clients regarding visa instructions, approval notices, and welcome packages, alongside more senior team members.


Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree with strong academic record and strong legal writing exposure (e.g., paralegal studies, political science, etc.)
  • Strong writing ability, with excellent command of grammar, clarity, and structure.
  • Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills
  • Proven and effective writing ability
  • Strong organization, process, and computer skills
  • Coachability/Willingness to learn, open to feedback and comfortable working in structured workflows with revisions.
  • Tools & systems fluency. Comfortable learning and using new platforms quickly and can follow structured workflows (templates, SOPs, checklists, etc.)
  • Experience with advanced formatting, comments, versioning in documents, project management tools like Asana, ClickUp, Notion, etc., legal research platforms, and CMS platforms.


Interested applicants will be required to provide a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample of their choice.


Salary may vary based on location and experience. The anticipated salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000.


WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences, and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion both internally within WR and externally in our service to clients.