Appellate Civil Attorney - Remote & Path to Partnership

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C.; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

In-house CLE

Clear path to partnership

Bonus structure

Flexible work-from-home policy

Job summary

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. in Albuquerque seeks an appellate attorney to shape arguments for state and federal courts. You will work with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal, handling high-stakes briefs and oral advocacy.

The firm offers real appellate work, mentorship, structured training, and a clear path to partnership, with a flexible work-from-home policy and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 1+ year appellate-level clerkship (state or federal); New Mexico preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials and commitment to exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle real appellate work including complex motion practice.
• Draft briefs and memos for appellate courts and oral advocates.
• Collaborate with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal.
• Provide exceptional client service and contribute to a team culture of growth.

Skills

Appellate writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Court briefing

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. in Albuquerque seeks an appellate attorney to shape arguments for state and federal courts. You will work with trial teams from case strategy through final appeal, handling high-stakes briefs and oral advocacy.

The firm offers real appellate work, mentorship, structured training, and a clear path to partnership, with a flexible work-from-home policy and competitive compensation.