Description:

Clarke Law, PC, is a small civil litigation, personal injury, and probate/trust administration law firm located in Reno, Nevada. Clarke Law, PC is seeking a part-time contract attorney. This will be a 1099 role that will require an estimated 15-30 hours a week for the right candidate. The ideal candidate will work remotely but may be asked to come into the office from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications:

3+ years of legal experience in Nevada litigation
Excellent communication skills
Outstanding research and writing abilities
Capability and experience to work independently and with a team
Licensed to practice law in the state of Nevada (must be in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada)
Act ethically at all times and exhibit professionalism
An ability to think out-of-the-box, and operate in a fast-paced and growing small firm environment
Excellent knowledge of computers and software, including MS Word, MS Excel, PDF Editing Software, Practice Management Software
Ability to think critically about each potential case, identifying strengths/weaknesses as well as causes of action and potential themes

Anticipated Duties:

Draft documents (including but not limited to legal memorandums, contracts, correspondence, and/or pleadings)
Review and revise documents (including but not limited to legal memorandums, contracts, correspondence, and/or pleadings)
Conduct research
Cultivate strategies to avert potential legal challenges and support avoidance measures
Provide real-time analysis and advice on business and legal issues, including questions of contract interpretation and enforcement
Collaborate with and support other members of Clarke Law, PC, including the lead attorney, paralegal, and office manager
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned