Supreme Court and Appellate Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K program

Paid time off (Flexible Time Off)

Disability and parental leave

Health savings account contributions

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate in Los Angeles to join a leading appellate practice. The role centers on handling significant appeals and preserving trial-level issues while contributing to a team-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, CA Bar eligibility or admission, and a background in judicial clerkships. Excellent research and writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Judicial clerkship experience, preferably at federal or state appellate court.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive appellate documents.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex appellate matters.
• Contribute to strategic planning for trial and appellate litigation and preservation issues.
• Participate in oral arguments and hearings as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate in Los Angeles, CA. 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-oriented environment, contributing to a docket of significant appeals and trial-level issue preservation.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.
• Collaborate with team members on complex appellate cases.
• Engage in strategic planning for trial and appellate litigation.
• Participate in oral arguments and hearings as needed.

Requirements

• Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably for a federal or state appellate court.
• Membership in the State Bar of California or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Strong academic credentials and a proactive work ethic.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively 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.