Associate - Litigation and Trial - Supreme Court and Appellate

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness

Family building and caregiving support

Financial planning and retirement

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a highly qualified Associate for its Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in Houston, TX. You will engage in high-stakes appeals and key trial-court motions, contributing to strategy with a nationally recognized team.

The role requires completion of an appellate clerkship, strong legal writing and research, and experience in appellate litigation. Join a collaborative team handling complex matters from a premier platform.

Qualifications

• Completion of an appellate clerkship.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Experience in appellate litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trial teams to frame and preserve issues for appeal.
• Prepare petitions for certiorari and craft merits and amicus briefs.
• Argue cases before appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court.
• Handle complex litigation and dispositive motions in lower courts.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate for its Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in Houston, TX. This role offers the opportunity to engage in high-stakes appeals and key trial-court motions, contributing to legal strategy with a nationally recognized team.

Duties

• Collaborate with trial teams to frame and preserve issues for appeal.
• Prepare petitions for certiorari and craft merits and amicus briefs.
• Argue cases before appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court.
• Handle complex litigation and dispositive motions in lower courts.

Requirements

• Completion of an appellate clerkship.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Experience in appellate litigation at a firm or in government service preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and caregiving.
• Financial planning and retirement savings support.