Criminal Defense Attorney (BigLaw Firms)

Role Overview

Apply criminal defense expertise to help develop high-quality training materials and evaluations for next-generation AI systems. This remote contract role centers on translating real-world legal judgment, analysis, and trial practice into accurate, practical content. Prior AI experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex criminal-law scenarios and develop detailed resolution frameworks.
• Draft, review, and refine legal content, including pleadings, motions, and trial strategies.
• Review case materials to identify legal issues, arguments, and procedural considerations.
• Assess ethical issues in criminal defense practice and define best practices for AI learning modules.
• Provide expert commentary on trial advocacy techniques and courtroom procedures.
• Create realistic simulation exercises based on criminal defense practice.
• Collaborate with project managers and interdisciplinary teams to maintain accurate, relevant deliverables.

Qualifications

• Extensive criminal defense experience with a BigLaw or major law firm.
• Demonstrated litigation and trial advocacy experience in complex criminal matters.
• Exceptional legal writing, case analysis, and legal reasoning skills.
• Strong ethical judgment and knowledge of criminal defense standards and best practices.
• Experience reviewing, preparing, or teaching case strategy and procedural safeguards.
• Familiarity with technology-assisted legal research and digital case-management tools.
• A record of contributing to professional development, legal education, or legal innovation initiatives is preferred.

Work Terms

• Remote independent contractor engagement.

Compensation

• $140 to $400 per hour.

Application Process

Submit an application to be considered for this contract opportunity.