Local Counsel Attorney – Contract

. Assist with federal court filings and local counsel responsibilities in Social Security disability appeals .

Posted 9/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $500 per dayWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with federal court filings and local counsel responsibilities in Social Security disability appeals
Assist the firm in appearing in the district pro hac vice
Collaborate with firm counsel on filings and procedural requirements in federal district courts
File notices of appearance and other documents consistent with local court rules
Assist with electronic filing of pleadings, motions, briefs, and related filings through CM/ECF
Serve as local counsel in accordance with applicable federal and local rules
Communicate with firm counsel regarding filing requirements and procedural matters
Assist with brief writing at the federal level
Assist in representing clients and preparing appellate briefs in Social Security Disability Appeals at the Federal District Court level, and possibly at the Circuit Court level

What you’ll need

Admission to practice in one or more applicable federal district courts: Alabama (Northern District), California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia (Southern District), Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Washington State, and Wyoming
Ability to maintain compliance with applicable local court rules and procedures
Familiarity with CM/ECF filing systems preferred
Strong professional communication and responsiveness
Fully admitted to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
Must be a lawyer
Resume and brief cover letter identifying state admissions and applicable federal district court admissions

Comp & perks