Appellate Attorney – Trial and Defense

Join a growing Appellate, Litigation Strategy, and Trial Monitoring practice. The practice handles catastrophic personal injury cases, complex business and commercial litigation, premises liability, mass tort, and trucking/transportation matters.

We are seeking an Associate or Counsel-level appellate attorney with trial monitoring experience and substantial experience drafting pre- and post-trial motions, appellate briefs, and dispositive motions. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and has superior oral advocacy, research, and writing skills.

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze trial records, appellate records, briefs, and complex evidence.
• Conduct rigorous legal research and draft memoranda.
• Support counsel on complex, high-exposure cases.
• Draft pre-trial motions, post-trial motions, appellate briefs, and dispositive motions.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Admission to the New York Bar (New Jersey admission or eligibility preferred).
• 3+ years of appellate experience.
• Excellent academic credentials and exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and solve problems quickly.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses, including a monthly bonus plan of up to $2,000 per month.
• Student loan debt repayment of $250 per month (non-taxable) for eligible attorneys.
• Referral rewards and mentorship/career growth programs.
• Engaging culture with social events, volunteering, and community initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits: $300 per year for wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave: six months fully paid for all parents.
• Global mobility program with client-facing events across North America and international offices.

The role is available in New York with a hybrid option.

Qualifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar (New Jersey admission or eligibility preferred).
• 3+ years of appellate experience.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Compensation: Salary range for this position is: Associate $140,000–$150,000; Counsel/Senior Counsel $200,000–$250,000. Range reflects factors such as skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and other business needs.