Associate - Litigation and Trial - Supreme Court and Appellate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate to join its Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in Washington, D.C. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes appeals and key trial-court motions with a nationally recognized team.

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 the US Supreme Court and federal appellate courts.
• 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 bar in at least one US jurisdiction.

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.

Boasting a large presence in the corporate and litigation arenas, exceptional training programs, and an innovative partner assessment program, the firm is a major hit with associates. At this firm, associates learn exactly what it means to practice law--and have a breadth of appreciation for all elements of large full-service practice. In their posh DC offices, the environment is professional and polished.