Appellate Attorney

WLEN WorldJobs LLP; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, и

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm

Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Annual Performance Reviews

Job summary

WLEN WorldJobs LLP in Florida seeks an Appellate Attorney with 5+ years of appellate litigation experience, preferably on the plaintiff's side, to join their Miami office.

You will handle briefs, oral arguments, and motions, provide on-site trial support to attorneys, and mentor junior lawyers while staying current on appellate developments.

The firm offers a competitive benefits package, strong growth opportunities, and a track record of recovering substantial judgments.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Florida Bar membership
• Minimum 5 years of appellate litigation experience, preferably plaintiff-side
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of appellate cases, including briefs and motions
• Provide on-site trial support to attorneys during trials
• Review drafts of filings on substantive motions and responses
• Conduct thorough legal research and analyze complex issues
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on litigation and appellate strategies
• Draft clear, persuasive briefs and memoranda
• Present oral arguments before appellate courts
• Stay current on appellate law developments
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys and staff

Skills

Appellate litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Location: United States — Florida, Miami, FL

Salary: Best in the Industry + bonus and incentives

Experience / Skills:
5+ years of experience in appellate litigation, preferably on the plaintiff's side.

Job Description

A dynamic and rapidly growing personal injury and first-party property damage law firm, seeks a highly motivated and passionate Appellate Attorney to join their team in their Florida office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle all aspects of appellate cases, including brief writing, oral arguments, and motions practice.
• Provide on-site legal trial support to attorneys while they are in the process of trying cases in court.
• Meeting with attorneys and reviewing drafts of filings on substantive legal motions and responses such as summary judgement and post-judgment matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys to develop and execute litigation and appellate strategies.
• Draft clear, persuasive, and well-reasoned legal briefs and memoranda.
• Present oral arguments before state and federal appellate courts.
• Stay current on legal developments and changes in appellate law.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys and legal staff.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in appellate litigation, preferably on the plaintiff's side.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills with experience arguing cases before appellate courts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to ethical practice and client advocacy.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

FIRM BENEFITS

The law firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

• Competitive Wage
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
• Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Annual Performance Reviews

ABOUT THE LAW FIRM

Founded in 2003, the law firm is an NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm that has recovered over $1 billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. They have nearly 100 lawyers and more than 30 offices throughout the Central and southeastern United States with a primary goal to achieve the most favorable outcome for their clients, who have the absolute right to receive the maximum compensation for their damages.