Associate – Litigation (Supreme Court & Appellate)

2-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeks Experienced Associate for Supreme Court & Appellate Litigation Department in Washington, .

- McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm with over 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals.
- Recognized as a top workplace by The American Lawyer, Working Mother Magazine, Vault, and the Human Rights Campaign.
- Prioritizes warmth and authenticity in its award-winning culture, encouraging individuals to be themselves.
- Welcomes diverse perspectives and provides opportunities for career growth and development.
- Offers comprehensive benefits program that supports physical, emotional, mental, and financial health.
- First firm to offer billable hours for wellness.
- Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
- Individual merit-based system allows for 65% of associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2023.

Job Title: Associate - Litigation (Supreme Court & Appellate)
Experience: 2nd to 3rd year
Location: Washington, .
Job ID: 183

Job Description:

- Seeking an experienced Associate for the Supreme Court and Appellate team in the Litigation Practice Group.
- Applications can be submitted online through the firm's web apply portal.
- Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in.
- Must have outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school and strong writing skills.
- Appellate litigation experience required, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.
- Current judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.

Expected Pay Range for Associates:
- 2024/2023 Class Compensation Years: $225,000
- 2022 Class Compensation Years: $235,000
- 2021 Class Compensation Years: $260,000
- 2020 Class Compensation Years: $310,000
- 2019 Class Compensation Years: $365,000
- 2018 Class Compensation Years: $390,000
- 2017 Class Compensation Years: $420,000
- 2016 and more senior class compensation years: $435,000

Application Information:

- Applications can be submitted online through the firm's web apply portal.
- Questions can be directed to Amanda Ryan, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at .

Requirements:

- Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in.
- Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school and strong writing skills.
- Appellate litigation experience required, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.
- Current judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.

Culture and Benefits:

- Culture of belonging that champions individuality as both a person and a professional.
- Competitive compensation and top benefits.
- Award-winning professional development programs.
- Industry-leading wellness initiatives.
- Support for work/life balance.
- Live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

H1: Experienced Associate - Supreme Court & Appellate Litigation - Washington, .
H2: Join a Top Global Law Firm and Advance Your Career in Litigation

Key Points:

- Experienced Associate sought for Supreme Court & Appellate Litigation department in Washington, .
- McDermott Will & Emery is a top global law firm with a strong commitment to its people, clients, and communities.
- Recognized as a top workplace by multiple publications and organizations.
- Prioritizes authenticity and diversity in its award-winning culture.
- Offers comprehensive benefits program and industry-leading wellness initiatives.
- Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
- Individual merit-based system allows for above-market compensation.
- Applications can be submitted online through the firm's web apply portal.
- Questions can be directed to Amanda Ryan, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at .
- Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in.
- Outstanding academic credentials and strong writing skills required.
- Appellate litigation experience preferred, with a preference for past appellate clerkship experience.
- Current judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.

Competitive compensation, top benefits, professional development programs, wellness initiatives

Legal research, writing, oral advocacy, appellate litigation

Must have a law degree from a top-tier school

Submit application online through web apply portal, contact Amanda Ryan for questions

Qualification and Experience Must be a current member of the DC bar or eligible for waive-in, outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier school, strong writing skills

Legal