Legal Copy Editor (Chennai)

Legal Copy Editor (Chennai)

11 Oct
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Straive
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Chennai

11 Oct

Straive

Chennai

We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Copyeditor & Client Liaison to oversee the accuracy, tone, and formatting of our legal books, academic journals, and professional legal publications. This dual-focus role requires an individual with a solid legal background who can meticulously refine complex legal texts while actively communicating with authors, law firms, and corporate clients throughout the editorial lifecycle.The ideal candidate possesses exceptional English writing and copyediting skills, deep familiarity with legal terminology and citation standards, and the strong oral communication needed to maintain excellent client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

1.Legal Copyediting & Quality Assurance

- Edit legal manuscripts, book chapters, journal articles, and treatise updates for grammar, clarity, syntax, consistency, and skilled tone.

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Client Communication & Author Relations

- Serve as the primary point of contact for contributing authors, legal scholars, subject matter experts, and external clients.
- Lead query resolution processes, clearly explaining editorial changes and suggesting

revisions without compromising the author's legal intent. Required Qualifications & Experience

- Educational Background: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent degree in Law (Required).
- Work Experience: 1-5 Years of combined experience in legal editorial work.
- Language Proficiency: Native or near-native English fluency with exceptional written and spoken communication capabilities.

📌 Legal Copy Editor (Chennai)
🏢 Straive
📍 Chennai

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