Contract Attorneys & Referral Partners Wanted - Flexible Legal Work - Contract to Hire
About Savant Legal Savant Legal is building a network of experienced attorneys to collaborate on cases and expand access to quality legal services. We're creating a modern legal practice model that gives attorneys flexibility while serving clients who need representation. The Partnership Model We're looking for licensed attorneys to join our network in a dual-capacity partnership: ✅ Work on Cases - Handle Savant Legal client matters as an independent contract attorney ✅ Build the Network - Refer clients and other attorneys who could benefit from joining This isn't two separate tracks - it's one integrated partnership where you do both. The referral component creates network effects that benefit everyone and comes with additional perks. What This Looks Like: Take on cases that match your expertise and availability Choose matters that fit your practice areas and schedule Work flexibly - as much or as little as you want Refer overflow clients you can't personally serve Refer other qualified attorneys to expand the network Earn additional benefits for successful referrals Primary focus: Business law, but open to all practice areas Who We're Looking For Ideal Candidates: Solo practitioners managing variable caseloads Small firm attorneys (2-10 lawyer firms) with capacity flexibility Lawyers seeking side work to supplement primary practice Retired or semi-retired attorneys wanting flexible engagement Licensed attorneys in good standing with state bar(s) Active malpractice insurance (for contract work) Practice Areas of Interest: Primary Need: Business Law Corporate formation and governance Contracts and commercial agreements Business transactions (M&A, partnerships) Employment law Intellectual property Commercial litigation Also Welcome: Real estate Estate planning Family law Personal injury Criminal defense Immigration Any practice area where you have expertise
What You'll Do
Case Work Handle client matters including: Client consultations and case assessments Legal research and memoranda Document drafting and review Contract negotiation Discovery and motion practice Court appearances (if local jurisdiction) Full case management Specialized expertise on specific legal issues You Choose: Which cases to accept based on your expertise and availability Your level of involvement (full case or discrete tasks) Your schedule and workload Network Building Expand the Savant Legal network by: Referring clients who need services you can't provide (wrong practice area, jurisdiction conflicts, capacity issues) Introducing other qualified attorneys who'd be good fits for the network Both activities come with additional partnership benefits Help build something larger than your solo practice Partnership Structure We're seeking attorneys to join as independent contractors in our legal network. Compensation and partnership benefits will be discussed in detail during the interview process and formalized in our partnership agreement. What We Can Say: Competitive structure for legal professionals Performance-based model that rewards quality work Additional benefits for network-building activities Independent contractor status (1099) Flexibility to control your own income potential All specifics will be provided to qualified candidates who advance in our selection process. What We Provide For All Network Attorneys: Steady flow of cases matched to your expertise Clear scope of work and expectations for each matter Administrative and billing support Case management tools and systems Simple referral process with tracking Professional development opportunities Support team to handle non-legal tasks Marketing materials to explain partnership to your clients Community of fellow attorneys for collaboration You Maintain: Your own malpractice insurance (required) Your bar license in good standing Your professional independence and judgment Control over which cases you accept
How to Apply
Please provide: Your Bar Admission(s): State(s) and year(s) admitted Practice Areas: Primary areas of expertise and experience level Current Practice Situation: Solo practitioner / Small firm / Retired or semi-retired / Other Approximate hours per week available for case work Brief Background: Years of experience Types of cases you typically handle Why you're interested in this partnership model References: Professional references or state bar profile link Apply tot his job Apply To this Job