Law & Motion & Appellate Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Las Vegas, NV, seeks an attorney with strong motion practice and research skills for a hybrid role. You will draft motions, handle oppositions, and assist with related appeals across state and federal courts.

The position requires proven success in winning motions, solid legal research ability, and familiarity with appellate briefs. The role operates on a hybrid work model in Nevada.

Qualifications

• Draft motions and oppositions for state and federal courts.
• Conduct thorough legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.

Responsibilities

• Draft substantive motions including dismissals and summaries, and oppositions.
• File and argue motions in state and federal courts, respond to pleadings and briefs.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and stay updated on legal changes.
• Proven success in drafting and winning motions across state and federal venues.

Skills

Motion drafting

Legal research

Court practice

Appellate briefs

Tools

Legal research software

Job description

Overview

• Draft substantive motions, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment, and oppositions, alongside assisting with related appeals.
• Conduct thorough legal research, analyzing statutes, regulations, and case law to develop compelling legal arguments, and stay updated on legal changes.
• File and argue motions in both state and federal courts, preparing and responding to pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs.
• Requires proven success in drafting and winning motions in court, a strong background in legal research and motion practice across state and federal venues, and proficiency with legal research software and tools.
• The position operates on a hybrid work model.