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.

Locations

Austin, 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 Overview

The 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

$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 Requirements

Candidates should be prepared to submit a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter.