Remote Appellate Litigation Associate

Kleinthomaslaw; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Bonus eligibility

Office space available

Job summary

Klein Thomas Lee & Fresard, a boutique litigation firm, seeks a junior or mid-level associate with appellate litigation experience to join our Richmond office. We mostly work remotely, with an office available if preferred.

The role offers substantial responsibility drafting motions and appellate briefs in a fast-paced national practice. The firm represents manufacturers and other clients in high-stakes class actions and product liability disputes, emphasizing excellent writing and collaboration

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-approved law school.
• Member in good standing of the Virginia State Bar.
• At least one year of civil litigation experience.
• Ability to travel a few days per month for depositions, inspections, hearings, trials, and other litigation-related matters.
• Post-graduation judicial clerkship is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft major motions and appellate briefs.
• Handle complex civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Collaborate in the Appeals and Advanced Motions Practice Group.
• Possibly travel for litigation matters on occasion.

Skills

Appellate litigation

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Education

ABA-approved law school (J.D.)

Virginia State Bar admission

Job description

Klein Thomas Lee & Fresard, a boutique litigation firm, seeks a junior or mid-level associate with appellate litigation experience to join our Richmond office. We mostly work remotely, with an office available if preferred.

The role offers substantial responsibility drafting motions and appellate briefs in a fast-paced national practice. The firm represents manufacturers and other clients in high-stakes class actions and product liability disputes, emphasizing excellent writing and collaboration