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- Our Manhattan-based legal firm seeks a meticulous and articulate Legal Editor to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in high-stakes legal documents, contributing to cases that shape policy and law in New York City and beyond. We aren't just seeking someone to proofread; we need an individual ready to elevate the precision and clarity of our legal writing. **Core Editing Responsibilities** * Conduct detailed reviews of legal briefs, memoranda, contracts, and other legal documents. * Collaborate with attorneys to refine arguments, ensuring factual accuracy and compelling legal narratives. * Standardize document formatting and citations to adhere to the firm’s stylistic guidelines and court requirements. * Verify legal citations and references using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis. * Participate in editing discussions to implement best practices across the firm. **What You’ll Bring to the Table** * An extensive background in legal editing, ideally within a large law firm or court setting. * Demonstrated mastery of legal terminology and complex legal writing conventions. * Keen eye for detail and the ability to spot subtle errors that others might miss. * Exceptional research skills to verify facts and legal precedents. * Familiarity with legal software platforms and digital document management. **Scholarly Preparation & Professional Experience** * A law degree (JD) is strongly favored, but not always mandatory depending on your relevant field experience. * Three to five years of hands-on expertise in legal editing, proofreading, or paralegal roles. * Proficiency in legal citation formats, including Bluebook and ALWD. * Prior background utilizing legal research databases. * Exceptional writing and communication skills, able to explain revisions effectively. **Perks of Agency Life: Benefits for Our Team** As a team member, you will be eligible for our extensive benefits program, which emphasizes both career growth and well-being: 1. Competitive compensation and bonus structures that reflect the value you bring to our firm. 2. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to keep you and your family healthy. 3. A 401(k) plan with a generous company match to secure your financial future. 4. Access to continuous professional development resources, from certifications to legal workshops. 5. Paid time off for vacations, holidays, and sick leave, acknowledging the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life integration. **Our Commitment to You** At our law firm, we champion the professional progression of all our staff. We’re interested in candidates keen to extend their skills and make substantial contributions. If you appreciate legal issues and the challenge of delivering accurate legal work, we invite you to apply and add your skills to our NYC-based legal team.New York City, NYOn-siteContractor/Full-time$70,000 - $100,000 per yearLegal & Editingabout 1 month ago
- We're seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Technical Writer in the heart of New York City to bridge the gap between our complex engineering solutions and our diverse clientele. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform intricate technical specifications into easily digestible and user-friendly documentation. If you are a skilled communicator with a knack for demystifying complex concepts, this might be your ideal professional evolution. As our Technical Writer, you will immerse yourself in our product development lifecycle, working closely with engineers, product managers, and customer support teams to deeply understand the features, functionalities, and underlying logic of our software and hardware offerings. Your primary responsibility will be to craft comprehensive and accurate documentation that empowers our users to effectively leverage our technologies, minimize support inquiries, and maximize their overall satisfaction. This encompasses creating user manuals, API documentation, troubleshooting guides, installation instructions, and knowledge base articles tailored to varying levels of technical expertise. **Key Responsibilities** * Developing and maintaining high-quality technical documentation, including user manuals, API references, and knowledge base articles. * Collaborating with engineering and product teams to understand product functionality and translate complex information into clear and concise documentation. * Conducting thorough research on product features, specifications, and intended audience to ensure accurate and effective documentation. * Editing and proofreading documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and grammatical accuracy. * Implementing and adhering to documentation standards and best practices. * Staying up-to-date with industry trends and technologies to continuously improve documentation quality and relevance. * Creating diagrams, illustrations, and other visual aids to enhance understanding. * Collecting and analyzing user feedback to identify areas for documentation improvement. * Managing documentation version control and ensuring that all documentation is up-to-date. * Contributing to the development of training materials for internal and external audiences. **Necessary Talents** * A background that displays a proficiency in technical writing, ideally within a software or hardware development environment. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to explain complex concepts simply and clearly. * A knack for attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. * Experience working with documentation tools and content management systems. * Familiarity with API documentation standards and best practices. * The capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced setting. * An aptitude for learning new technologies quickly. * Knowledge of industry standard writing styles like Chicago Manual and AP Style * Proficiency with documentation authoring software. **What Awaits You** * Competitive salary, commensurate with skill set and professional footprint. * A complete benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. * Generous paid time off and sick leave accrual. * 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions. * Professional advancement potential within a fast-growing business. * A collaborative and innovative professional atmosphere. Enjoy the fast paced, always something new, NY work environment from our hybrid role.New York City, NYHybridContractor$80,000 - $100,000 yearlyTechnical Writing & Editing2 months ago