Senior Law & Motion Associate - Trial & Appellate

O'Melveny & Myers LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Melveny & Myers LLP is seeking associates (5th–7th year) with law and motion expertise to lead complex litigation ahead of trial and to serve as embedded appellate counsel on trial teams.

Ideal candidates will have excellent academic credentials, strong brief writing and case management skills, and proven leadership in coordinating large multi-member teams on high-stakes matters, including MDLs and bellwether trials.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Experience with law and motion topics and complex brief writing.
• Ability to manage multiple significant matters and lead large teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead law and motion work in advance of trial.
• Serve as embedded appellate counsel at trial and coordinate with trial teams.
• Drive strategy, supervise junior attorneys, and manage deadlines.

Skills

Brief writing

Case management

Leadership

Team coordination

Trial advocacy

MDLs experience

Product liability

Education

JD or equivalent law degree

Job description

O’Melveny & Myers LLP is seeking associates (5th–7th year) with law and motion expertise to lead complex litigation ahead of trial and to serve as embedded appellate counsel on trial teams.

Ideal candidates will have excellent academic credentials, strong brief writing and case management skills, and proven leadership in coordinating large multi-member teams on high-stakes matters, including MDLs and bellwether trials.