What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney position at The TemPositions Group of Companies?
Description
NYC-based non-profit organization is seeking Contract Attorneys for an ongoing remote opportunity supporting high-impact habeas and detention matters in New Jersey.
Details
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.
Eoe
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
NYC-based non-profit organization is seeking Contract Attorneys for an ongoing remote opportunity supporting high-impact habeas and detention matters in New Jersey.
Details
- $125/hour
- Ongoing contract anticipated to last 5 months
- Part-time schedule: approximately 15–30 hours/week at the candidate’s discretion
- Fully remote aside from any required court appearances
- Admission to NY or NJ federal court required
- Habeas corpus experience required
- File and litigate habeas corpus petitions on behalf of clients detained out of state
- Conduct emergency legal research and draft filings under tight deadlines
- Interview and counsel clients and families with sensitivity to trauma and crisis
- Coordinate with local counsel, public defenders, and advocacy groups to gather supporting documentation
- Appear in court as needed
- Maintain detailed records of case activity and communications
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.
Eoe
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
Salary : $125