Legal Editor - Sr

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Temporary Labor & Employment Legal Editor - MA

Practical Law is looking for a temporary Labor and Employment State Specialist Editor contractor to assist with our jurisdictional content maintenance process, specifically for the state of MA.

Remote work from 10-15 hours per week.

Practical Law is looking for a temporary Labor and Employment State Specialist contractor to work on resources for our online services. The State Specialist contractor will:

• Coordinate, edit, and update state-specific labor and employment resources, including checklists, standard forms and policies, and other state-specific legal content in accordance with Practical Law writing style.

• At least six years’ experience working as a labor and employment lawyer in a law firm or as in-house counsel in the specified jurisdiction, and general expertise in labor and employment law.
• Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
• A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm attorneys, in-house counsel, and the legal market in general.
• Strong communication skills, particularly given the remote nature of the position.
• Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.
• A passion for writing and good editing skills, including:
• Very close attention to detail
• Impressive command of grammar, punctuation, and plain English
• The ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply

$45-50h USD

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Our optional benefits can include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.