Motion Writer

Morae Global

$110K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Active U.S. bar admission required
  • 3-7+ years in litigation focused on motion drafting
  • Proven track record in complex motion writing
  • Exceptional legal research and analytical skills
  • Understanding of litigation procedures and motion practice
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Draft, edit, and finalize legal motions, briefs, and memoranda
  • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis for case strategy
  • Collaborate with attorneys on persuasive, strategy-aligned submissions
  • Review case records, discovery, and evidence for accuracy
  • Prepare dispositive motions like motions to dismiss and summary judgment
  • Ensure filings comply with court rules and deadlines
  • Revise legal documents based on attorney feedback
  • Maintain organized documentation of research and drafts

Benefits

  • Hybrid role allows for flexibility with in-office and remote work
  • Opportunity to work on high-stakes, complex litigation cases
  • Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys
  • Engage in diverse legal writing tasks
  • Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Motion Writer to join our Litigation team on an urgent basis. This role is focused on drafting high-quality, persuasive legal motions, briefs, and memoranda in complex litigation matters.The ideal candidate is a highly skilled legal writer with strong motion practice experience, capable of translating complex legal and factual issues into clear, compelling arguments. You will work closely with attorneys to support case strategy through well-researched and strategically crafted court filings

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, edit, and finalize legal motions, briefs, and memoranda of law across various litigation matters
  • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support case strategy
  • Collaborate closely with attorneys to develop persuasive, strategy-aligned written submissions
  • Review and analyze case records, discovery, deposition transcripts, and evidence
  • Prepare dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment
  • Ensure all filings comply with court rules, procedural requirements, and strict deadlines
  • Revise and refine legal documents based on attorney feedback in a fast-paced environment
  • Maintain organized documentation of research, drafts, and filings

Required Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Active U.S. bar admission required
  • 3-7+ years of experience in litigation with a strong focus on motion drafting and legal writing
  • Proven track record drafting motions, briefs, and memoranda in complex cases
  • Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Strong understanding of litigation procedures and motion practice
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Experience
  • Experience in a law firm or high-volume litigation environment
  • Strong background drafting dispositive motions (motions to dismiss, summary judgment, etc.)
  • Experience supporting complex or high-stakes litigation matters
  • Familiarity with New York state and/or federal court procedures

Work Model
  • Hybrid role based in New York, NY

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