Supreme Court & Appellate Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supreme Court & Appellate Associate to join its nationwide appellate practice. This is a rare opportunity to work on high-profile cases at the U.S. Supreme Court level and in federal appellate courts. The firm is renowned for its exceptional appellate work, and the ideal candidate will have a strong desire to engage in complex litigation, thrive in a team environment, and deliver high-quality legal work for clients in industry-changing matters.

Location:

• Menlo Park, CA

Duties:

• Work on a broad range of high-profile appellate matters, including cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and federal courts of appeals.
• Support the firm’s “appellate eyes at trial” practice, advising on key motions and issue preservation at the trial court level.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, memoranda, and motions.
• Assist in preparing for oral arguments and developing litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal teams to deliver strategic counsel.
• Contribute to case management, timelines, and client communication.

Requirements:

• Strong legal research, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably with a federal or state appellate court.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex legal matters.
• Highly motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to the relevant state bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to analyze and present complex legal issues clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in legal research tools and software.

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary merit-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental well-being support and child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program and paid holidays.
• Generous parental leave benefits.

This Silicon Valley firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: intellectual property, corporate, and labor & employment. The firms intellectual property practice is both rapidly expanding and exceptionally solid; the firms intellectual property attorneys have extensive experience in state, federal, and international litigation, as well as licensing, litigation avoidance and other matters across the complete spectrum of intellectual property issues. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a sizable bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.