Retainership roles at Metalegal are designed for lawyers who want to work closely with our teams on a continuous basis, contribute to complex matters, and grow with the firm while maintaining a structured professional relationship. These engagements allow you to work across our core practice areas, support our clients on ongoing mandates, and take ownership of well-defined responsibilities without the expectations of a full-time position.
We look for lawyers who are disciplined, dependable and aligned with our values. Whether you are an independent practitioner, a seasoned associate, or someone building a specialised practice, a retainer role can be a strong fit if you value clarity of work, professional excellence and long-term association.
Steady, Substantive Work
Retainers work on live matters—from advisory and drafting to litigation, research and regulatory support. Assignments are consistent and meaningful.
Clear Expectations & Responsibilities
We define the scope of work upfront, the practice areas involved, and the communication structure with the team. You know what is expected at every stage.
Integration With Our Internal Teams
You collaborate closely with our associates, practice leads and partners. You participate in discussions, strategy calls, and internal briefings, depending on the engagement.
Flexibility With Accountability
Retainers have flexibility in schedule and structure, but deadlines, quality standards and responsiveness remain on par with full-time team expectations.
Access to Knowledge & Resources
Our internal research materials, drafting standards, insights, updates and training resources help you deliver high-quality work consistently.
Who Should Apply For the Role
Independent practitioners looking to work steadily with a high-quality firm
Professionals who are strong at drafting, research, litigation preparation or regulatory advisory
Lawyers who take accountability seriously and uphold ethical standards without compromise
Lawyers who want long-term, predictable engagement rather than matter-to-matter assignments
Individuals who work well in structured environments and appreciate clarity in responsibilities