Appellate Law Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking an experienced Appellate Law Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess strong writing skills, a business and entrepreneurial sense, and a proactive attitude. They should demonstrate excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and issue-resolution skills and a commitment to teamwork and client service. The candidate should be adept at managing internal and external client and counsel relationships, multiple files, and competing deadlines.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients in appellate court proceedings.
• Draft appellate briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support appellate arguments.
• Present oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff on appellate matters.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status and strategy.

Requirements:

• 5-15 years of experience in appellate advocacy.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive legal arguments.
• Business and entrepreneurial sense to understand clients' objectives and provide strategic legal advice.
• Proactive attitude with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to teamwork and client service.
• Ability to manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.
• Proficiency in managing multiple files and competing deadlines.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.

Skills:

• Strong writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical mindset
• Proactive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines
• Legal research and analysis
• Oral advocacy
• Client relationship management

Job Location:

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Benefits Offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
• Paid vacation
• Parental leave
• Health flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Identity theft protection
• Dependent day care reimbursement account
• Commuter benefits
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability protection
• Employee assistance program
• Emergency travel assistance