Legal Technical Writer

Position Summary:
The Legal Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and managing legal documents, technical materials, and content that support organizational compliance, litigation, or regulatory needs. This role requires a meticulous approach to research, drafting, and formatting legal and technical information to ensure accuracy, clarity, and accessibility for intended audiences. 

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Document Creation and Maintenance: 

• Draft, edit, and proofread a variety of legal and technical documents, including contracts, policies, manuals, and regulatory filings. 
• Translate complex legal jargon into clear, concise, and user-friendly language while preserving legal accuracy. 
• Develop templates and style guides for consistent document formatting. 

1. Legal Research and Analysis: 

• Conduct research to gather relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents. 
• Analyze legal and technical materials to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. 
• Collaborate with legal teams to verify content accuracy and compliance. 

1. Stakeholder Collaboration: 

• Work closely with attorneys, compliance officers, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure document alignment with legal standards. 
• Liaise with technical teams to integrate legal content into technical frameworks, as necessary. 

1. Regulatory and Compliance Documentation: 

• Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation required for audits, regulatory submissions, or litigation support. 
• Monitor changes in regulations and update documents to reflect compliance requirements. 

1. Content Management: 

• Organize and manage a repository of legal and technical documentation for easy retrieval and version control. 
• Ensure documents are securely stored and access is appropriately restricted. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Pre-Law, English, Technical Writing, Communications or a related field preferred. 
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in legal writing, technical writing, or a similar role. 
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, document formatting, and compliance standards. 
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. 
• Proficiency in document management systems and legal research tools. 

Preferred Skills: 

• Familiarity with regulatory environments such as GDPR, HIPAA, or other industry-specific standards. 
• Certification in technical writing or legal writing (e.g., CPTC). 
• Experience with document automation software. 

Key Competencies: 

• Attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Critical thinking and analytical abilities. 

Work Environment: 

• Primarily an office setting.
• Occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines. 

Performance Metrics: 

• Quality, accuracy, and clarity of written documents. 
• Timeliness of deliverables. 
• Compliance with legal and regulatory standards.