Appellate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Our Austin office is seeking an experienced Attorney specializing in Complex Litigation and Appeals to represent clients throughout the State of Texas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as first chair counsel at trial and on appeal in both Texas state and federal courts.
• Provide strategic legal advice and consultation to attorneys within the firm and clients statewide regarding litigation and appellate strategy, discovery, pleadings, legal arguments, and evidentiary matters.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to protect clients’ interests and achieve favorable outcomes.
• Advise the firm and clients on risk management and litigation avoidance, including best practices, policies, and procedures designed to minimize potential third-party claims and legal exposure.
• Analyze complex legal issues and provide practical recommendations regarding potential and ongoing litigation.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive strategies for complex disputes and appeals.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong experience handling complex litigation and appellate matters.
• Proven ability to serve as first chair in significant state and federal court matters.
• Excellent legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of Texas state and federal court procedures and rules of evidence.
• Ability to independently manage complex cases while effectively advising clients and colleagues.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and strategic problem-solving abilities.

Requirements:

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Civil appellate experience
• Must be licensed and in good standing in Texas
• Must be eligible to be admitted to all federal courts in Texas
• Texas delinquent tax background preferred but not required
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to engage with clients and local associations beneficial to client interests
• Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Spanish-speaking a plus

Benefits:
Annual review and bonus potential

• A variety of healthcare plans (some at no cost)
• 401K
• No billable hours
• Flexible vacation policy
• Internal education and leadership opportunities
• Charitable giving programs
• Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your clients and colleagues

Work Location:
Austin, TX 78746, Other locations possible: Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio.