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Attorney — Document Understanding

Mercor

AI Expert - Legal Contractor
Remote (Global) $85 – $100/hr May 14, 2026

Job description

Mercor is seeking practicing or recently practicing attorneys to help train AI systems focused on legal document analysis and legal reasoning evaluation.

This role involves reviewing and evaluating AI-generated outputs related to:

  • Contract reviews
  • Legal reasoning
  • Regulatory filings
  • Due diligence materials
  • Litigation-related documents
  • Legal agreements and briefs

Candidates should possess strong real-world legal experience and the ability to assess whether AI-generated legal analysis meets professional legal standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate AI-generated analyses involving:

    • Contracts
    • Legal briefs
    • Regulatory filings
    • Due diligence documents

  • Assess AI legal reasoning for:

    • Accuracy
    • Legal validity
    • Professional quality
    • Compliance with legal standards

  • Identify situations where AI:

    • Misses critical clauses
    • Misinterprets legal standards
    • Produces weak or flawed reasoning

  • Review legal document comprehension involving:

    • Contract interpretation
    • Litigation support
    • Regulatory analysis
    • Legal risk assessment

  • Provide structured feedback to improve:

    • AI legal reasoning
    • Document interpretation
    • Legal analysis workflows

  • Apply practical expertise in:

    • Contract review
    • Due diligence
    • Litigation support
    • Legal documentation

  • Collaborate remotely with AI evaluation and research teams

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • J.D. or equivalent law degree

  • Professional experience in:

    • Contract review
    • Due diligence
    • Litigation support
    • Legal analysis
    • Regulatory review

  • Strong ability to evaluate:

    • Legal reasoning
    • Contract interpretation
    • Legal documentation quality

  • Excellent:

    • Analytical thinking
    • Attention to detail
    • Written communication

  • Familiarity with:

    • Legal standards
    • Legal drafting
    • Regulatory frameworks
    • Professional legal workflows

  • Ability to work independently in remote environments

Preferred Background

Ideal candidates may include:

  • Practicing attorneys
  • Former attorneys
  • Litigation associates
  • Corporate attorneys
  • Due diligence specialists

Experience at reputable law firms or legal organizations is strongly preferred.

Contract & Payment Information

  • Independent contractor role

  • Fully remote and flexible work environment

  • Work on your own schedule

  • Weekly payments via:

    • Stripe
    • Wise

  • Projects may be:

    • Extended
    • Reduced
    • Ended early

depending on project requirements and performance.

Please note:

  • H1-B and STEM OPT candidates are not currently supported

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier AI systems using real-world professional expertise across legal, finance, healthcare, and technology domains.

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Is Mercor legitimate?
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How does Mercor pay its workers?
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What skills do I need to work with Mercor?
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What is Mercor's vetting process like?
Mercor uses an AI-powered vetting process that evaluates candidates through technical assessments, interviews, and skill verification. The platform matches vetted talent with companies looking for specific expertise. The process is designed to be efficient and identify top-tier professionals quickly.
What types of roles does Mercor offer?
Mercor connects professionals with AI engineering, software development, data science, machine learning, and other tech-focused roles. The platform works with startups and enterprises, offering both contract and full-time remote positions across various technical domains.
Is Mercor free for job seekers?
Yes, Mercor is free for job seekers and freelancers. The platform earns revenue from companies hiring through the network. Candidates can create profiles, get vetted, and apply for positions at no cost.
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