Legal/Business CopyWriter/Journalist

Dalal & Mehta is looking for a dedicated, competent, hard-working, and highly-experienced Legal/Business CopyWriter. The CopyWriter we are seeking will draft articles related to the legal industry and/or including content around entrepreneurial and business related topics. They will also collaborate with attorneys to prepare articles that are preferred to be industry related, which will add value to the firm. Another important responsibility of a Legal Writer will be to write articles about legal issues on behalf of the law firm. A Legal Writer also needs to be adept at proofreading their own work.

FLSA: Contract | Compensation is based on each completed/approved article. DOE

NOTE: ALL CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT SAMPLE WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION. ANY APPLICATION(S) WITHOUT SAMPLE WRITING WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completing research on legal and business industry related topics that will add value to the firm
• Writing articles on legal topics that align with the firms core values and vision/mission
• Finding the best legal sources to create accurate content
• Proofreading all content for spelling, grammar, and punctuation mistakes
• Working with companys PR agency to submit monthly articles for review/release
• Collaborating with other members of our leadership team to make sure that all information in the documentation drafted is accurate
• Revising the content for accuracy

Scope:

• CopyWriter will draft a minimum of (2) articles per month; on approved topics

Sample Topics: (Not Required but Suggested)

• Navigating Immigration Law
• Family Law Insights
• Case Studies and Success Stories
• Changes in Immigration & Family Law
• Legal Resources & Support

Skills & Education:

• Bachelors degree in Law, English, Journalism, Marketing, or a similar field. Advanced degree preferred.
• More than two years of experience as a Case or Legal Writer in legal, business, etc.
• Ability to decode complex legal issues and convey the information to an audience that isnt legally educated
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills
• Thorough knowledge of the law and familiarity with public policy issues

Disclaimer: Dalal and Mehta is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please call (256) 714-8037 to speak with human resources.

Acceptable Background and References Required. Equal Opportunity/ DFWP

We are an Immigration Law Firm based in New Jersey. We are committed to providing reliable service to fellow immigrants and securing their citizenship in the United States without the fear of deportation, without fear of their abusive partners/family members because we are all together - Hum Sath Hai (We are together), our magic statement.