Associate – Litigation (Supreme Court & Appellate) [32233]

Stealth Legal Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Generous compensation packages

Structured mentorship

Confidential career coaching

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a 1st to 3rd year Associate for its Supreme Court and Appellate team. The firm offers competitive compensation, a supportive culture, and opportunities for professional growth, emphasizing wellness and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in.
• Appellate litigation experience required, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.
• Current judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Join the Supreme Court and Appellate team in the Litigation Practice Group.
• Handle appellate litigation cases.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Education

Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school

Job description

Washington, DC

Stealth Legal Company Washington, DC

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Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law, Better. The company is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and the Human Rights Campaign, among others.

At the company, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office, through personalized guidance, structured mentorship, and confidential career coaching.

With us, you’ll find:

• A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
• Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. We’re proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness.
• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Our individual merit-based system enabled 67% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2024.

Job Description:

The Washington, D.C. office is seeking a 1st to 3rd year Associate for our Supreme Court and Appellate team in our Litigation Practice Group (at least one year of practicing experience required).

Job Requirements:

• Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in
• Must have outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school and strong writing skills
• Appellate litigation experience required, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience
• Current judicial clerks are encouraged to apply

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With the company, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2025/2024 Class Compensation Years: $225,000

2023 Class Compensation Years: $235,000

2022 Class Compensation Years: $260,000

2021 Class Compensation Years: $310,000

2020 Class Compensation Years: $365,000

2019 Class Compensation Years: $390,000

2018 Class Compensation Years: $420,000

2017 and more senior class compensation years: $435,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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