Appellate Associate — Supreme Court & Complex Appeals

BCG Attorney Search; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental well-being programs

Disability & parental leave

Health savings & FSAs

401K & Flexible Time Off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Austin, TX seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate to join a renowned appellate practice handling high-profile cases across federal and state courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with distinguished colleagues in a collaborative and diverse environment dedicated to excellence. The role emphasizes rigorous research and writing, oral advocacy, and strategic case planning in a team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Judicial clerkship experience, preferably for federal or state appellate court.
• State Bar membership where the office is located or the ability to be admitted promptly.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research skills.
• Superb writing and oral communication abilities.
• Highly motivated and proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive appellate briefs.
• Collaborate with trial teams to preserve key issues for appeal.
• Engage in oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Participate in strategic planning for complex appellate cases.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

BCG Attorney Search in Austin, TX seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate to join a renowned appellate practice handling high-profile cases across federal and state courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with distinguished colleagues in a collaborative and diverse environment dedicated to excellence. The role emphasizes rigorous research and writing, oral advocacy, and strategic case planning in a team-oriented setting.