Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu · 1 day ago
Legal content writer
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelFross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu is a leading intellectual property law firm with a global client base, seeking an experienced Legal Content Writer to join its Marketing and Business Development team. The role involves crafting compelling legal content for business development efforts, including newsletters, RFP responses, and awards submissions while collaborating closely with attorneys and senior leadership.
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Hiring Manager
Irma P.
Responsibilities
Craft and optimize consumer focused articles for the firm’s monthly newsletter
Translate complex statutory and regulatory frameworks into clear, standardized guidance materials
Verify all content against public, authoritative legal and government sources
Write and manage Request for Proposal responses from inception through submission, with guidance from senior leadership
Collaborate with attorneys and business development colleagues to develop tailored, persuasive proposal strategies
Respond to a steady volume of edits with precision and timeliness
Coordinate proofreading, finalization, and on time submission of proposals
Manage an active proposal calendar to ensure no opportunities are missed
Prepare post RFP materials to support attorney client interviews
Create RFP and proposal reports, identifying inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Research, draft, and manage submissions for legal directories and industry awards, including Chambers, Legal 500, IP Stars, and other relevant rankings and accolades
Collaborate closely with attorneys to prepare for and support research interviews, including background materials and talking points
Manage and maintain client referee lists, ensuring accuracy, readiness, and strong alignment with each submission strategy
Demonstrate a proven ability to improve law firm and individual attorney rankings through strategic positioning and compelling written submissions
Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of awards, directories, and submission deadlines to ensure timely and coordinated execution
Maintain and continuously refine proposal templates, content libraries, and internal tracking tools
Track, analyze, and report proposal and award win and loss data to support ongoing strategy and performance improvements
Assist attorneys with proofreading and editing documents, including marketing materials, proposals, presentations, pitches, articles, and thought leadership content
Edit and refine PowerPoint presentations as needed to ensure clarity, consistency, and visual polish
Support additional marketing related initiatives and content needs as required
Demonstrate ongoing curiosity about the firm’s practice areas, client base, and competitive landscape
Qualification
Required
Experience as a Legal Content Writer or similar role
Strong writing skills with the ability to craft clear and compelling content
Ability to translate complex statutory and regulatory frameworks into clear guidance materials
Experience in writing and managing Request for Proposal responses
Ability to collaborate with attorneys and business development colleagues
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage an active proposal calendar
Experience in researching and drafting submissions for legal directories and industry awards
Proven ability to improve law firm and individual attorney rankings through strategic positioning
Experience in editing and proofreading documents
Ability to support additional marketing related initiatives as required
Demonstrated curiosity about the firm's practice areas, client base, and competitive landscape
Company
Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu
Fross Zelnick is consistently recognized by clients and peers as one of the top IP law firms in the world.
Founded in 1969
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Allison Strickland Ricketts
Partner
Amanda Agati
Partner
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2026-01-07
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