Legal Researcher & Trial Report Writer (Remote, Part-Time, 1099 Contractor)

Legal Researcher & Trial Report Writer (Remote, Part-Time, 1099 Contractor) Location: Fully Remote (U.S.-based only) Type: Part-Time / Contractor (1099) Schedule: Project-based, intermittent work tied to active trials. Monday availability is most valuable, especially in 4+ hour blocks during the day and/or evening; Friday availability is also helpful, with occasional Saturday morning work when Friday trial reports need to be completed. Industry: Legal Consulting / Trial Support Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience About Tandem Legal Solutions Tandem Legal Solutions is a nationwide jury consulting and litigation strategy firm. We partner with trial attorneys to prepare for jury selection, develop persuasive case themes, and strengthen trial strategy through behavioral science, legal insight, real-time courtroom observation, and targeted research. Our work sits at the intersection of psychology and advocacy. We help legal teams navigate high-stakes cases with clarity, precision, and empathy. We are a mission-driven firm seeking thoughtful, sharp, and highly detail-oriented professionals who want to contribute to meaningful legal outcomes. Position Overview We are seeking Legal Researcher & Trial Report Writers to join our team on a part-time, 1099 contractor basis. This fully remote role is ideal for someone with exceptional research, writing, communication, and organizational skills, a sharp eye for detail, and a strong interest in law, human behavior, and strategic thinking. In this role, you will conduct real-time juror background research during active trials and translate complex, fast-moving information into clear, organized, and strategically useful written reports. You will also communicate findings to the team throughout the trial day, including providing concise summaries of current findings when asked. This role plays a direct part in real-time trial strategy by ensuring the team has accurate, organized, and actionable information at all times. Your work directly informs high-stakes jury selection decisions. The ability to clearly and quickly communicate evolving findings in real time is essential to success in this role. This is not a clerical or data-entry role. It requires judgment, synthesis, discretion, strong organizational ability, and the capacity to move fluidly between researching, analyzing, communicating, and writing under deadline pressure. Because trial activity and reporting needs are concentrated on Mondays and Fridays, consistent availability during those days is essential. While assignments are project-based and intermittent, we are seeking someone interested in building a long-term part-time working relationship with Tandem Legal Solutions. Key ResponsibilitiesResearch / Trial Day Support

• Conduct real-time research on potential jurors using databases, public records, online platforms, and other assigned resources.
• Verify identities and cross-reference information across multiple sources with accuracy and discretion.
• Identify relevant background details, patterns, inconsistencies, potential biases, and other information that may impact jury selection.
• Track progress carefully and maintain organized, accurate research records throughout the trial day.
• Maintain clear internal organization of findings so information can be quickly accessed, summarized, and used by the team.

Team Communication & Real-Time Insight Sharing

• Communicate actively with the trial team throughout the day via Slack and other designated platforms.
• Provide concise, accurate summaries of current findings when requested throughout the day.
• Surface key insights, red flags, patterns, or questions quickly and clearly to support live strategy decisions.
• Ask thoughtful questions and clarify priorities when direction shifts or information is incomplete.
• Stay responsive, engaged, and organized as trial dynamics evolve.

Report Writing & Analysis

• Review consultant notes, courtroom observations, juror information, and research findings.
• Synthesize multiple streams of information into cohesive summaries of juror dynamics, voir dire responses, panel trends, and case-relevant themes.
• Translate complex and nuanced information into clear, structured, insight-driven written reports.
• Identify patterns, inconsistencies, and interpersonal dynamics that may influence trial strategy.
• Maintain rigorous consistency in formatting, tone, organization, language, and overall quality of work product.

General Expectations

• Manage dense, fast-changing information with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate exceptional ability to independently track, prioritize, and manage multiple streams of information simultaneously.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with consultants, trial managers, and report writers.
• Meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality, professionalism, or clarity.
• Protect client confidentiality and handle