Legal Writing Trainer - Remote - Public Trust
PEAK Technical Staffing
Joint Base Andrews, MD(remote)
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$59.83–$122.42 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Flexible Spending Accounts, Legal, Mentoring, Persuasion Skills, Strategic Planning, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Joint Base Andrews, MD
POSTED
11 days ago
Open/Additional Info
Scope: The type of training includes the following:
The training will instruct strategic and written appellate advocacy skills relevant to criminal
cases.
Skills covered will include:
How to analyze trial records
How to brainstorm a theory of the case and appellate issues based on a review of the trial
records
How to develop a persuasive appellate story from the facts of the case
How to develop an appellate strategy
How to write a persuasive appellate brief, incorporating storytelling elements; primacy;
recency; appropriate repetition; fact-based, evocative, and image-creating language and/or
graphics; transitions; clarity; and juxtaposition
How to write a persuasive statement of facts in an appellate brief
Instruction will address skills both in theory and through interactive application by the students
to a case they have reviewed in preparation for the training.
The instruction will preferably focus on the defense perspective of criminal appeals (i.e., with a
focus on representing the person convicted of the crime(s))
The instruction will preferably qualify for credit as Continuing Legal Education.
Number of People Trained
Approximately 6 in 2026 (Between 2 and 8 in future years)
Duration of Training:
7 hours per day (excluding lunch) for 2-3 days for a total of 21 hours.
Position: Legal Writing Trainer
Qualifications:
Education: A JD from an accredited law school is the primary requirement.
Experience: Substantial, high-quality legal practice experience in reviewing appellate records
and written appellate advocacy. Experience in appellate advocacy in criminal cases is preferred.
Teaching Experience: Prior teaching experience in written appellate advocacy is preferred.
Skills: Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback on appellate
strategy, development of appellate issues from appellate records, and appellate writing
techniques and best practices.
Period: Projected September 2026
Location: Training will be in person, not virtual. Joint Base Andrews is preferred. Other locations in
the National Capital Region (Washington DC Area) are acceptable.
Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, andlifting upto 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure.Scope: The type of training includes the following:
The training will instruct strategic and written appellate advocacy skills relevant to criminal
cases.
Skills covered will include:
How to analyze trial records
How to brainstorm a theory of the case and appellate issues based on a review of the trial
records
How to develop a persuasive appellate story from the facts of the case
How to develop an appellate strategy
How to write a persuasive appellate brief, incorporating storytelling elements; primacy;
recency; appropriate repetition; fact-based, evocative, and image-creating language and/or
graphics; transitions; clarity; and juxtaposition
How to write a persuasive statement of facts in an appellate brief
Instruction will address skills both in theory and through interactive application by the students
to a case they have reviewed in preparation for the training.
The instruction will preferably focus on the defense perspective of criminal appeals (i.e., with a
focus on representing the person convicted of the crime(s))
The instruction will preferably qualify for credit as Continuing Legal Education.
Number of People Trained
Approximately 6 in 2026 (Between 2 and 8 in future years)
Duration of Training:
7 hours per day (excluding lunch) for 2-3 days for a total of 21 hours.
Position: Legal Writing Trainer
Qualifications:
Education: A JD from an accredited law school is the primary requirement.
Experience: Substantial, high-quality legal practice experience in reviewing appellate records
and written appellate advocacy. Experience in appellate advocacy in criminal cases is preferred.
Teaching Experience: Prior teaching experience in written appellate advocacy is preferred.
Skills: Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback on appellate
strategy, development of appellate issues from appellate records, and appellate writing
techniques and best practices.
Period: Projected September 2026
Location: Training will be in person, not virtual. Joint Base Andrews is preferred. Other locations in
the National Capital Region (Washington DC Area) are acceptable.
About the Company
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PEAK Technical Staffing
For over 50 years, PEAK has excelled in providing comprehensive staffing and workforce solutions. We go beyond traditional staffing to offer a holistic, on-demand workforce model, addressing every facet of your workforce needs.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
http://www.peaktechnical.com