Litigation Attorney (US)
Micro1 • Remote, United States
Education
Master's
Type
Hourly
Pay Rate
$100–$150/hr
Actively Hiring
5 openings
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Role Title: Litigation Attorney (US) Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote - United States. micro1 is engaging Litigation Attorneys to contribute their expertise to a cutting-edge project involving real-world litigation drafting for an advanced AI evaluation initiative. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. You will craft litigation work product across commercial disputes, operating under the direction of senior legal professionals and with emphasis on practical, deliverable-quality output. This opportunity is ideal for litigation practitioners who thrive in producing meticulous, partner-ready drafts while navigating evolving case theory and dynamic fact patterns. Scope of Work
- Draft litigation work product turn-by-turn, including motions, briefs, demand letters, and discovery documents as assigned.
- Develop and maintain coherent case theory and posture throughout the dispute lifecycle in response to simulated opposing counsel moves.
- Incorporate detailed senior feedback with minimal need for redirection, iterating on drafts in line with project requirements.
- Create rubric items alongside each submission, clearly outlining the hallmarks of a robust legal response.
- Identify and flag procedural ambiguities, missing facts, or substantive issues for escalation to project leads.
- Follow direction from senior attorneys for each drafting turn, mirroring real-world mentor-mentee collaboration in complex litigation practice.
- Deliver work that demonstrates fluency in legal drafting, tailored to commercial contract, shareholder/LLC, or real estate litigation contexts. Preferred Qualifications
- Active or lapsed bar admission in at least one US jurisdiction, with a Juris Doctor degree.
- A minimum of 3 years of post-JD litigation experience, including hands-on drafting, discovery, and motion practice.
- Demonstrated ability to draft effective litigation documents in commercial contract, shareholder/LLC, or commercial real estate disputes.
- Expertise in legal writing with native-level command of English and mastery of legal register.
- Experience working efficiently to prescribed specifications and integrating feedback promptly.
- Background in a law firm environment (BigLaw, boutique, or mid-market firm) preferred.
- Experience with multiple matter types in the listed practice areas, AI model training or evaluation, or federal court practice, is a plus. Start Timeline & Availability We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
Requirements
- US Law
- Legal drafting
- Litigation mastery
- Case theory application
- Must be eligible to work in one of: Remote, United States
How long hiring takes
Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.
Key responsibilities
- Draft litigation work product turn-by-turn, including motions, briefs, demand letters, and discovery documents as assigned.
- Develop and maintain coherent case theory and posture throughout the dispute lifecycle in response to simulated opposing counsel moves.
- Incorporate detailed senior feedback with minimal need for redirection, iterating on drafts in line with project requirements.
- Create rubric items alongside each submission, clearly outlining the hallmarks of a robust legal response.
Why this role
The Litigation Attorney (US) role at micro1 pays $100-$150 per hour for US-licensed attorneys contributing to real-world litigation drafting for an AI evaluation project. The work draws on case theory application and litigation mastery built from actual practice rather than academic legal study. This role is remote but limited to attorneys licensed in the United States.
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What does the Micro1 application process look like?
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Is AI training work the same as traditional consulting?
No. Instead of client deliverables, you're given complex scenarios to evaluate: grading the AI's logic, correcting its hallucinations, and supplying expert-level reasoning it doesn't have on its own. The job is closer to teaching than consulting.
What does Legal work look like for a Litigation Attorney (US)?
Tasks here are scoped to Legal, not generic labeling. As a Litigation Attorney (US), expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Legal) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Legal background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
US Law, Legal drafting, Litigation mastery, and Case theory application are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
What does the 'openings' count on this listing mean?
It's Micro1's live count of how many candidates it's still trying to place for this specific role, 5 right now, not a countdown on your individual application. A higher number signals more active demand; it doesn't lower the bar for acceptance.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $100–$150/hr, an hourly rate. The range reflects experience level and negotiated terms, not a placeholder, so where you land in it depends on your background and the assessment. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.
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Do I need a Master's to qualify?
This role lists a master's degree as a requirement. In practice, the domain assessment is the real gate. If you can pass it, the degree is usually secondary. However, some platforms verify credentials formally, so list your actual qualifications accurately on your profile.
Can I apply from outside the United States?
This specific role is open only to people based in the United States. If you are somewhere else, applying is unlikely to lead to an offer even if you pass the assessment, because the restriction is usually about where the work can legally be contracted rather than your skills. Read the full description for any tax-residency or right-to-work caveats before you apply.