Pletcher Law, APC
Part-Time Law and Motion Attorney/Law Clerk (1099 – Project-Based | Remote)
Pletcher Law, APC, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
Part-Time Law and Motion Attorney/Law Clerk (1099 – Project-Based | Remote)
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Company Description
Pletcher Law, APC is dedicated to representing individuals throughout California in personal injury, employment law, and sexual abuse cases. In addition to direct client representation, Pletcher Law, APC partners with plaintiff-side firms across California to provide high-level support in: Law and Motion Practice; Discovery Motions / Motions to Compel; Oppositions to Summary Judgment; Writs & Appeals; and Appellate Briefing and Strategy.
Role Description
This is a part-time, project-based remote role for a Law and Motion Attorney. As a Law and Motion Attorney/Clerk, you will assist with drafting and supporting complex civil litigation motions. This role is ideal for a licensed attorney seeking flexible, remote work or a highly capable law student with demonstrated law-and-motion experience. The position is entirely remote and structured on a per-project basis. Work product must meet California civil litigation standards and be ready for filing with minimal revision.
Key Responsibilities
Meet and Confer correspondence (pre- and post-filing)
Motions to Compel (Discovery)
Oppositions to Demurrers
Oppositions to Motions to Strike
Oppositions to Motions for Summary Judgment / Summary Adjudication
Supporting memoranda, separate statements, and evidentiary outlines
Legal research and citation checking using Westlaw or LexisNexis
Ensuring compliance with California Code of Civil Procedure, Rules of Court, and applicable local rules
Required Qualifications
Licensed California attorney or current law student (upper-division preferred)
Strong understanding of California civil procedure
Demonstrated experience with law-and-motion practice
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage discrete assignments
Active access to Westlaw or LexisNexis (required)
Reliable internet access and ability to work remotely
Law Student Applicants
Law students are encouraged to apply provided they:
Can supply writing samples demonstrating motion practice or comparable analytical writing
Can provide academic or professional references
Have prior experience with civil litigation, externships, clinics, or clerkships involving motion work
Preferred (But Not Required)
Employment law, personal injury, or civil rights background
Prior experience drafting summary judgment oppositions
Familiarity with California discovery statutes and motion practice strategy
Contractor Status
Control their own schedule within agreed-upon deadlines
Use their own legal research subscriptions
Be paid per project or agreed hourly equivalent
Not be eligible for employee benefits
Application Instructions
Resume
Writing sample (law-and-motion brief preferred)
References
Grades (required for law students)
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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Company Description
Pletcher Law, APC is dedicated to representing individuals throughout California in personal injury, employment law, and sexual abuse cases. In addition to direct client representation, Pletcher Law, APC partners with plaintiff-side firms across California to provide high-level support in: Law and Motion Practice; Discovery Motions / Motions to Compel; Oppositions to Summary Judgment; Writs & Appeals; and Appellate Briefing and Strategy.
Role Description
This is a part-time, project-based remote role for a Law and Motion Attorney. As a Law and Motion Attorney/Clerk, you will assist with drafting and supporting complex civil litigation motions. This role is ideal for a licensed attorney seeking flexible, remote work or a highly capable law student with demonstrated law-and-motion experience. The position is entirely remote and structured on a per-project basis. Work product must meet California civil litigation standards and be ready for filing with minimal revision.
Key Responsibilities
Meet and Confer correspondence (pre- and post-filing)
Motions to Compel (Discovery)
Oppositions to Demurrers
Oppositions to Motions to Strike
Oppositions to Motions for Summary Judgment / Summary Adjudication
Supporting memoranda, separate statements, and evidentiary outlines
Legal research and citation checking using Westlaw or LexisNexis
Ensuring compliance with California Code of Civil Procedure, Rules of Court, and applicable local rules
Required Qualifications
Licensed California attorney or current law student (upper-division preferred)
Strong understanding of California civil procedure
Demonstrated experience with law-and-motion practice
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage discrete assignments
Active access to Westlaw or LexisNexis (required)
Reliable internet access and ability to work remotely
Law Student Applicants
Law students are encouraged to apply provided they:
Can supply writing samples demonstrating motion practice or comparable analytical writing
Can provide academic or professional references
Have prior experience with civil litigation, externships, clinics, or clerkships involving motion work
Preferred (But Not Required)
Employment law, personal injury, or civil rights background
Prior experience drafting summary judgment oppositions
Familiarity with California discovery statutes and motion practice strategy
Contractor Status
Control their own schedule within agreed-upon deadlines
Use their own legal research subscriptions
Be paid per project or agreed hourly equivalent
Not be eligible for employee benefits
Application Instructions
Resume
Writing sample (law-and-motion brief preferred)
References
Grades (required for law students)
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
#J-18808-Ljbffr