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Contract Attorney - NYPD Federal Mentorship

KLDiscovery

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New York, NY · Posted October 16, 2026

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About the job

KLDiscovery , a leading global provider of electronic discovery, information governance and data recovery services, is currently seeking a highly skilled Contract Attorney to support the NYPD federal monitorship. This role requires exceptional legal research and writing abilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast ‑ paced, detail ‑ oriented environment. The attorney will contribute to ongoing monitoring, compliance review, and reporting responsibilities related to the federal oversight process.

About the Role

Location: New York, NY (Onsite)

Anticipated Duration: 1 year

Start Date: November 2026

Pay Rate: $48–$59 per hour

Schedule: Primarily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (with some flexibility required)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft high ‑ quality memoranda, reports, and written analyses

Review, analyze, and summarize legal documents, policies, and compliance materials

Support the monitorship team in evaluating NYPD practices and adherence to federal requirements

Assist with preparation of written findings, recommendations, and formal reports

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and maintain accurate documentation

Manage workload effectively while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of accuracy

Qualifications

Active Attorney License in the state of New York is required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Strong legal research and writing skills (required)

Admission to federal court preferred

Experience level is flexible — candidates must demonstrate excellent research and writing experience, regardless of years in practice

Ability to work onsite in New York, NY

Flexibility with work hours; standard schedule is 10 AM–6 PM

KLDiscovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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