Contract Civil Litigation Attorney
Remote
Contracted
Devenere Law Collective
Experienced
Now Hiring: Contract Civil Litigation Attorney (Federally Licensed Required)
The Devenere Law Collective, PLLC
The Devenere Law Collective (DLC) was built from a vision shaped by years of experience across multiple areas of law and a deep commitment to collaboration, innovation, and community. What began as a journey through the evolving challenges of the legal profession grew into something greater—a collective of like-minded attorneys dedicated to providing strategic, client-centered legal services. Today, DLC continues to grow as a modern, inclusive firm where diverse perspectives are valued and attorneys are empowered to thrive.
We are currently seeking a Contract Civil Litigation Attorney who is federally licensed to join our expanding team.
Position Overview
This is a contract-based role for an experienced civil litigation attorney who is confident managing complex matters, appearing in both state and federal court, and maintaining a consistent caseload in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
The incumbent attorney is expected to...
We value diverse perspectives and are seeking driven attorneys who bring professionalism, empathy, and a client-centered approach. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative legal environment.
Work Structure
Additional Opportunities
We are also actively recruiting Appearance Attorneys in the following areas:
The Devenere Law Collective, PLLC
The Devenere Law Collective (DLC) was built from a vision shaped by years of experience across multiple areas of law and a deep commitment to collaboration, innovation, and community. What began as a journey through the evolving challenges of the legal profession grew into something greater—a collective of like-minded attorneys dedicated to providing strategic, client-centered legal services. Today, DLC continues to grow as a modern, inclusive firm where diverse perspectives are valued and attorneys are empowered to thrive.
We are currently seeking a Contract Civil Litigation Attorney who is federally licensed to join our expanding team.
Position Overview
This is a contract-based role for an experienced civil litigation attorney who is confident managing complex matters, appearing in both state and federal court, and maintaining a consistent caseload in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
The incumbent attorney is expected to...
- Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, and federal court filings
- Conduct legal research and develop strategic case approaches
- Represent clients in state and federal court hearings, mediations, and trials
- Handle all phases of discovery, including depositions, interrogatories, and document production
- Ensure compliance with federal and state procedural rules and court deadlines
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Provide case evaluations and legal recommendations
- Collaborate with internal team members, including case managers and support staff
- Maintain accurate and timely billing records to meet required billable hours
- Minimum 5+ years of legal practice
- Active federal licensure (Southern District required)
- Demonstrated experience in civil litigation (required)
- Experience in business law and real estate litigation (required)
- Trial experience (required)
- Ability to meet a minimum of 60 billable hours bi-weekly (120+ hours per month)
- Strong ability to independently manage cases and deadlines
- Experience handling federal litigation matters
- Background in estate planning and/or tax law (a plus)
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills
We value diverse perspectives and are seeking driven attorneys who bring professionalism, empathy, and a client-centered approach. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative legal environment.
Work Structure
- Contract position
- Minimum 120+ hours per month required
- Must be available for court appearances as needed
Additional Opportunities
We are also actively recruiting Appearance Attorneys in the following areas:
- Business Litigation
- Probate
- Construction Litigation
- Family/Guardianships
- Civil Litigation
- One Family Law Attorney
- One Civil Litigation Attorney (must be federally licensed)
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