Appellate Attorney - San Diego

Klinedinst PC is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working, and focused attorney in San Diego with 5+ years of experience handling a practice that includes at least 50 percent appellate work. Top-tier talent deserves a top-tier place to take a career to the next level. Candidates must be an active member of the State Bar of California with strong academic credentials. We’re looking for individuals who have a passion for advocacy and are ready to find creative legal solutions for their clients. The ideal candidate is ready to take on responsibility, independently handling appeal-focused work. This includes handling appeals and petitions for extraordinary relief, as well as partnering with trial counsel to build winning legal arguments in the trial court, while creating and preserving a record that will ensure success on appeal. Candidates should also have experience drafting complex law and motion matters, including demurrers, motions to dismiss, motions to strike, anti-SLAPP motions, and summary judgement motions. Coming to work with a solid work ethic, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork will be critical factors for success in this position. On our end, we offer interesting cases, complex legal issues, great clients, and many opportunities for professional growth and development. We encourage our attorneys to become involved in the community, embrace their passions, and seek balance in their careers. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS California licensed with 5+ years of experience, including appellate work Strong academic background and the ambition to create an extraordinary career Solid work ethic and a passion for advocacy Excellent organizational and communication skills Pay range: $145,000-185,000 per year (depends on experience) Team player THE KLINEDINST ENVIRONMENT IS WHERE YOU’LL FIND Supportive team-based law firm, with excellent support staff Opportunities to grow personally and professionally Chances to work on complex cases with significant responsibilities and client interaction A dynamic culture that embraces opportunities for remote working arrangements Open, honest, and transparent communication within the firm Merit-based compensation Klinedinst PC is consistently recognized by Best Lawyers, Martindale, Super Lawyers, and other awards for its talented team of legal professionals. We are expanding our footprint across the West. We seek candidates who have a strong desire to build their own practice on a diversified, multi-state platform. Pay ranges are provided in compliance with SB1162, California’s pay transparency law; actual pay may vary based on a variety of factors, including education, applicable experience, etc. Klinedinst PC is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workspace, actively seeking to hire, retain, and promote employees from varied backgrounds. We adhere to strict anti-discrimination, harassment, and retaliation policies based on protected characteristics like race, gender, disability and sexual orientation. Make great things happen and apply today! No recruiters, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr