Associate - Litigation and Trial - Supreme Court and Appellate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate for its Litigation and Trial Practice Group in San Francisco, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized appellate practice on high-stakes appeals and key trial-court motions.

Duties

• Collaborate with trial teams to frame and preserve issues for appeal.
• Prepare petitions for certiorari and craft merits and amicus briefs.
• Argue cases before appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court.
• Handle complex litigation and dispositive motions in lower courts.

Requirements

• Completion of an appellate clerkship.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Experience in appellate litigation at a firm or in government service preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and caregiving.
• Financial planning and retirement savings support.

The San Francisco office of this highly prestigious, multi-national firm has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years and provides a full spectrum of legal services in a number of areas, including: commercial litigation, antitrust, intellectual property, health care, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, project finance, and environmental. The firms attorneys are typically very well-rounded and the firm makes a conscious effort to hire attorneys that fit in. Base compensation is excellent and bonuses are both large and easily attainable.