[Hiring] US Legal Expert (Paralegal) @Volga Partners

Role Description

We are seeking experienced US Legal Experts with a strong paralegal background to work as 1099 independent contractors. In this role, you will leverage your legal expertise to evaluate and improve the writing quality of advanced AI models trained on legal content. You will analyze AI-generated responses to legal prompts, compare outputs from different language models, and provide structured feedback based on professional legal writing standards. This is a unique opportunity to apply your legal eye for detail to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Review & Evaluate: Assess AI-generated legal documents, briefs, and responses for accuracy, clarity, and stylistic quality.
• Compare Outputs: Analyze responses from multiple AI models against one another to determine which best adheres to US legal writing conventions.
• Apply Legal Standards: Evaluate content based on critical legal writing dimensions, including:
  • Terminological Precision: Correct usage of legal jargon and defined terms.
  • Syntactic Accuracy: Clarity of sentence structure to ensure proper legal interpretation.
  • Formal Tone: Appropriate use of legal voice and passive constructions where necessary.
  • Structural Coherence: Logical flow of legal reasoning and argumentation.
• Perform Structured Assessments: Complete True/False evaluations and ranking tasks based on defined rubrics.
• Provide Expert Insight: Identify gaps in AI writing quality and help refine the criteria used to train the models.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Proven experience as a Paralegal or Legal Expert specializing in US law.
• Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of the US legal system, legal terminology, and documentation standards (contracts, briefs, regulatory texts).
• Document Skills: Strong background in document review, legal research, or compliance drafting.
• Analytical Mindset: Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to assess nuanced differences in writing quality.
• Tech Comfort: Ability to work independently on a web-based evaluation platform.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certification or a degree in Legal Studies.
• Experience developing internal style guides, rubrics, or quality assurance standards.
• Familiarity with legal drafting conventions across different US jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Must have own device (laptop/device).
• Having access to good Wi-Fi connection during working hours.
• This role is a 1099 independent contractor position. Please note that this classification may vary based on your location and local regulations.
• Successful completion of onboarding is required to begin work, which includes submitting the necessary documentation within the specified timeline.

Compensation

• Weekly retainer ranging from $800 USD - $920 USD per week, based on agreed availability and completion of assigned work.
• Equivalent to $20.00 - $23.00 USD per hour, covering up to 40 hours per week (aligned with your communicated schedule).