Appeals and Critical Motions Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a highly qualified Appeals and Critical Motions Associate to join its Litigation Department in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have graduated law school in 2023 or 2024 and will engage in extensive critical motions and appellate brief writing, as well as work on white collar and government investigations matters.

• Duties
• Draft and review critical motions and appellate briefs.
• Participate in white collar and government investigations.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop case strategies.
• Engage with clients to provide legal advice and updates.

• Requirements
• Graduated law school in 2023 or 2024.
• Federal appellate clerkship experience required.
• Prior law firm experience required.
• Member of the DC Bar or eligible for non-examination admission.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong client-team focused approach.

• Education
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

• Certifications
• DC Bar membership or eligibility for non-examination admission.

• Skills
• Exceptional legal writing and research abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.