PT Attorney (ID#5285) Job at On Call Counsel, Newark, NJ

  • On Call Counsel
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job 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.

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Details:

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• $125/hour

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• Ongoing contract anticipated to last 5+ months

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• Part-time schedule: approximately 15–30 hours/week at the candidate’s discretion

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• Fully remote aside from any required court appearances

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Requirements:

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• Admission to federal court required

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• Habeas corpus experience required

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Key Responsibilities:

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• File and litigate habeas corpus petitions on behalf of clients detained out of state

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• Conduct emergency legal research and draft filings under tight deadlines

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• Interview and counsel clients and families with sensitivity to trauma and crisis

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• Coordinate with local counsel, public defenders, and advocacy groups to gather supporting documentation

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• Appear in court as needed

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• Maintain detailed records of case activity and communications

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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.

Job Tags

Ongoing contract, Part time, Local area

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