Legal Editor

Tax Analysts•Falls Church, VA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Edits inside and outside analysis and commentary for print and electronic publication. Write and edits abstracts and summaries for published materials, and coordinates final layout and changes to printed material with editorial team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet editorial department objectives. Edits inside and outside analysis and commentary for print and electronic publication, according to established procedures. May edit and review stories for print and electronic publications, according to established policies and procedures. Edits for substance, style, and accuracy, conducts research as needed, and ensures proper citation style, according to established policies and procedures. Ensures a consistently high level of quality in the writing and editing of commentary and news stories. Writes and edits legal summaries and summaries for published material Coordinates with other editorial departments to assure quality of published articles. Enters information in the Content Management System, according to established procedures. May participate in company-sponsored conferences, roundtable discussions, etc. Responds to internal and external queries related to content. May be required to explain peer review standards to outside sources, Adheres to established publication deadlines, and company style guide. May organize, prioritize, and assign source material documents for summarizing.

Requirements

Demonstrated strong knowledge of writing and editing concepts and principles
Must be able to evaluate content for grammar, clarity, and coherence
Technical expertise in tax-related subject matter, generally acquired through education, but may also be acquired on the job
Ability to apply knowledge of tax law and writing concepts in a flexible, appropriate manner to diverse media and formats
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain rapport
Ability to work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced team environment
Good computer skills, including a working knowledge of MS Windows and MS Word
J.D. required
2+ years of experience in writing, editing or copy editing print and electronic products, including experience in substantive editing of print documents for online presentation,
Demonstrated knowledge of standard style manuals

Nice To Haves

LL.M. preferred
Previous experience in tax publishing preferred

Responsibilities

Edits inside and outside analysis and commentary for print and electronic publication, according to established procedures.
May edit and review stories for print and electronic publications, according to established policies and procedures.
Edits for substance, style, and accuracy, conducts research as needed, and ensures proper citation style, according to established policies and procedures.
Ensures a consistently high level of quality in the writing and editing of commentary and news stories.
Writes and edits legal summaries and summaries for published material
Coordinates with other editorial departments to assure quality of published articles.
Enters information in the Content Management System, according to established procedures.
May participate in company-sponsored conferences, roundtable discussions, etc. Responds to internal and external queries related to content. May be required to explain peer review standards to outside sources,
Adheres to established publication deadlines, and company style guide.
May organize, prioritize, and assign source material documents for summarizing.