Attorney Coach and Trainer - Writing

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a seasoned attorney to join their Attorney Coach and Trainer Program in West Harrison, NY. This role focuses on enhancing legal writing across the firm and providing strategic litigation coaching. The ideal candidate will have expertise in employment litigation and a passion for developing attorneys through writing instruction and personalized coaching.

Duties

• Design and deliver legal writing content for firm-wide programs.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions to enhance attorney work product.
• Develop and maintain templates and standards for legal writing.
• Lead webinars and workshops on legal writing.
• Provide strategic guidance on pleadings and motions.
• Collaborate with Practice Group Leaders to identify training needs.
• Mentor other Attorney Coaches and Trainers.
• Partner with Learning & Professional Development teams to assess performance.
• Assist with firmwide rollouts of legal software.

Requirements

• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to coach attorneys and manage projects independently.
• Familiarity with instructional design and online learning platforms.
• Creative, collaborative, and service-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and online training platforms.

Education

• J.D. required.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the US.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Experience with Class Action cases.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and AI tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account.
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.