Brief Writer / Law & Motion Attorney

Brief Writer / Law & Motion Attorney

Location Emeryville, CA 94608 Date Posted May 26, 2026 Job ID 14568 Employment Type Direct Hire

Are you a strong legal writer who enjoys crafting persuasive motions, analyzing complex legal issues, and supporting high-impact litigation? Do you thrive in an intellectually collaborative environment where your writing and strategic thinking directly influence case outcomes?

If so, this opportunity may be an excellent fit.

Scion Legal Staffing has been engaged to conduct a confidential search on behalf of a highly respected and nationally recognized plaintiffs' litigation firm seeking a talented Brief Writer / Law and Motion Attorney to join its growing team in either Los Angeles or Emeryville, California.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who enjoys the analytical and strategic side of litigation and wants to focus heavily on legal writing, motion practice, and complex briefing work within sophisticated employment and class action litigation matters.

The firm handles impactful plaintiff-side litigation involving wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, whistleblower, consumer protection, and complex class action matters throughout California and nationally.

LEGAL OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW

The selected attorney will play a key role in supporting high-stakes litigation matters through substantive legal writing and strategic motion practice. This position offers close collaboration with experienced litigators on complex and meaningful cases while maintaining strong work-life balance through a hybrid schedule with remote flexibility.

This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys deep legal analysis, persuasive writing, and sophisticated litigation strategy more than day-to-day courtroom appearances or heavy case management responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft and argue motions, oppositions, replies, and other substantive pleadings
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis related to employment and complex litigation matters
• Prepare class certification briefing, dispositive motions, discovery motions, and appellate support briefing
• Collaborate closely with partners and litigation teams on case strategy
• Analyze evolving California and federal case law and provide strategic recommendations
• Assist with trial briefing, evidentiary motions, and pre-trial submissions
• Support high-stakes litigation matters from inception through resolution

QUALIFICATIONS

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission in good standing
• 3+ years of litigation experience with substantial law and motion exposure
• Exceptional legal research, analytical, and persuasive writing skills
• Experience drafting dispositive motions, discovery motions, and complex briefing
• Employment litigation, class action, consumer, or complex litigation experience strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality written work

PERKS

• Hybrid schedule with strong remote flexibility
• Competitive compensation structure
• Meaningful work on impactful plaintiff-side litigation
• Collegial and collaborative litigation team
• Exposure to sophisticated complex litigation matters
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth and advancement

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $175,000 annually depending on experience, writing background, and overall qualifications. The firm also offers performance-based bonus opportunities and a highly competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement benefits, and additional firm-sponsored perks.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM

Scion Staffing is a national, award-winning staffing firm founded in 2006. We have successfully placed thousands of talented professionals with outstanding career opportunities across the United States. Through our innovative recruiting and team-building solutions, we support executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

Scion is proud to be recognized on the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and Best Executive Search Firms in America. We are also a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm and have been recognized by The Business Times as a top recruitment firm. Additional information about our organization can be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected classification. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and to creating inclusive, diverse, and unbiased recruitment processes for our clients and candidates.