Supreme Court & Appellate Associate Attorney
$260k - $390kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Supreme Court & Appellate Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel is seeking a Supreme Court & Appellate Associate Attorney to join a leading global law firm and its nationally recognized Supreme Court & Appellate practice.
LocationsAustin, TX; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Menlo Park, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Portland, OR; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; Santa Monica, CA; Seattle, WA; Washington, D.C.
Position OverviewThe ideal candidate will have exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills and a strong interest in complex appellate litigation. The practice handles high-profile appeals before courts at every level, including the U.S. Supreme Court, federal courts of appeals, and state appellate courts , as well as significant trial-level matters involving appellate strategy and issue preservation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in working on bet-the-company and industry-changing appeals alongside highly accomplished appellate lawyers in a collegial, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities- Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis involving complex legal issues.
- Draft appellate briefs, motions, petitions, memoranda, and other legal filings.
- Assist with appeals before the U.S. Supreme Court, federal courts of appeals, and state appellate courts.
- Develop and evaluate legal arguments and appellate strategies.
- Support high-stakes litigation matters involving key trial-level motions and issue preservation.
- Assist with complex and industry-changing appellate matters.
- Collaborate with partners and associates on significant litigation and appellate matters.
- Communicate complex legal concepts effectively through written and oral advocacy.
- Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented practice focused on delivering exceptional client service.
- Judicial clerkship experience preferred , particularly with a federal or state appellate court.
- Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
- Excellent oral advocacy, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Highly motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to manage complex assignments and work effectively in a team environment.
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar in the office where the candidate will be based, or eligibility for prompt admission.
$260,000–$390,000 annually , depending on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, expertise, and geography. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary merit bonus.
Application RequirementsCandidates should be prepared to submit a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter .
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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