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Supreme Court and Appellate Associate
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What they do
A Law Clerk assists judges with research and other legal and administrative work, particularly for cases to be decided in court. Organizes legal files, researches laws and prior decisions, reviews briefs submitted by attorneys. May draft and file legal documents or assist litigation attorneys. Works in a short term position typically held by law students or recent law school graduates
$111,303 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+58% projected growth
Job Description
Duties Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.
Collaborate with a team on complex appellate cases.
Engage in strategic planning for trial and appellate litigation.
Requirements Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably in an appellate court.
Membership in the State Bar of the office location or ability to gain admission promptly.
Strong academic credentials and proactive work ethic.
Education Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Certifications State Bar membership where the office is located.
Skills Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Job Overview A law firm seeks a Supreme Court and Appellate Associate in Washington, DC. The firm is renowned for its appellate practice, handling high-profile cases across various courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. The role involves working in a collaborative and diverse environment on significant appeals and trial-level issue preservation.
Duties Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.
Collaborate with a team on complex appellate cases.
Engage in strategic planning for trial and appellate litigation.
Requirements Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably in an appellate court.
Membership in the State Bar of the office location or ability to gain admission promptly.
Strong academic credentials and proactive work ethic.
Education Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Certifications State Bar membership where the office is located.
Skills Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr