Supreme Court and Appellate Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental well-being programs

Disability & parental leave

Health savings & FSAs

401K & Flexible Time Off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Austin, TX seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate to join a renowned appellate practice handling high-profile cases across federal and state courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with distinguished colleagues in a collaborative and diverse environment dedicated to excellence. The role emphasizes rigorous research and writing, oral advocacy, and strategic case planning in a team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Judicial clerkship experience, preferably for federal or state appellate court.
• State Bar membership where the office is located or the ability to be admitted promptly.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research skills.
• Superb writing and oral communication abilities.
• Highly motivated and proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive appellate briefs.
• Collaborate with trial teams to preserve key issues for appeal.
• Engage in oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Participate in strategic planning for complex appellate cases.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate in Austin, TX. The firm is renowned for its appellate practice, handling high-profile cases across various courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. The ideal candidate will join a team of distinguished legal professionals dedicated to excellence in a collaborative and diverse environment.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive appellate briefs.
• Collaborate with trial teams to preserve key issues for appeal.
• Engage in oral arguments before appellate courts.
• Participate in strategic planning for complex appellate cases.

Requirements

• Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably for a federal or state appellate court.
• Membership in the State Bar of the office location or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research skills.
• Superb writing and oral communication abilities.
• Highly motivated and proactive team player.

Education

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

Certifications

• State Bar membership where the office is located.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through a Flexible Time Off program.