Supreme Court And Appellate Associate Attorney

Job Title: Supreme Court & Appellate Associate Attorney
Job Location: Santa Monica, CA

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm, based in Santa Monica, is actively seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Supreme Court and Appellate practice. The firm boasts a highly respected appellate team known for handling high-profile, complex appeals across various courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and numerous federal and state appellate courts. The firm is recognized as a leader in appellate law, with a dedicated team comprising former Supreme Court clerks, experienced appellate counsel, and renowned legal professionals. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious attorney to work on challenging cases in a collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Handle a diverse caseload, including complex, high-stakes appellate matters and "appellate eyes at trial" to ensure proper issue preservation.
• Draft and file briefs for appeals at all levels of courts, including U.S. Supreme Court, federal appellate courts, and state appellate courts.
• Provide strategic legal guidance in high-profile, industry-changing cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop and refine appellate strategies.
• Participate in oral arguments and other critical litigation proceedings.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment, providing support across multiple legal teams.

Requirements:

• Outstanding legal research and writing skills.
• Previous experience as a judicial clerk, ideally at a federal or state appellate court.
• Strong academic background, with a demonstrated commitment to excellence.
• Highly proactive, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment while managing individual responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar of California (or eligibility to practice in California).

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral communication and advocacy abilities.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently when required.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle complex legal issues.

Job Location:

• Santa Monica, CA.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust mental health and well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Disability benefits (short-term and long-term).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with applicable medical plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Long-term care insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off through a Flexible Time Off program.
• Generous parental leave benefits and paid holidays.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world.