Appellate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance & FSA

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in New York (Manhattan) is seeking associate applicants with at least 2 years of experience to join our appellate and motion team. Admittance to the New York State Bar is required without exceptions.

Our firm handles a wide range of matters; associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from case evaluation to trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar (NYSB) - no exceptions.
• 2+ years of experience required; appellate division or clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation.
• Focus on strategic thinking to meet client objectives and overall case goals.

Job description

WSHB is looking for associate applicants for its New York (Manhattan) office with at least 2 years of experience to join our growing appellate and motion team. Appellate division or clerkship experience is a plus. You must be admitted to the New York State Bar - no exceptions.

WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Salary depends on experience.