Supreme Court & Appellate Counsel

7-10 yrs required

Full-time

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Law Firm Seeking Experienced Supreme Court & Appellate Counsel

Orrick, a top-tier law firm, is seeking a highly experienced attorney to join our Supreme Court and Appellate (SCA) Group as Supreme Court Counsel. Our firm has a renowned appellate practice, with a deep bench of talented attorneys who have successfully argued before the . Supreme Court, federal courts of appeals, and state courts. We were recently named Law360's Appellate Group of the Year and are consistently recognized by leading legal directories. We are looking for a candidate with extensive Supreme Court and appellate litigation experience to help support and grow our Supreme Court practice.

Responsibilities:
- Work closely with partners in the SCA Group to supervise, draft, and edit certiorari and merits stage briefing
- Develop and execute strategic initiatives to expand the SCA Group's presence before the Court
- Manage and develop associates in the SCA Group regarding Supreme Court matters

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of appellate litigation experience, preferably with 10 or more years of experience
- Former Supreme Court and/or federal court of appeals clerk
- Superb writing, oral communication, and management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial mindset
- Ability to develop and maintain client relationships
- Flexible or reduced-time schedule may be considered
- Position can be located at any of Orrick's offices, with preference for Washington, DC

How to Apply:
Please apply online at and include a resume, . transcript, and cover letter. Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal. If you have any questions, please reach out to Liz Forrest, Director of US Recruiting, at .

Compensation and Benefits:
- Expected salary range between $345,000 and $430,000
- Comprehensive and competitive total compensation package
- Annual discretionary merit bonus based on firm and individual performance
- Elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Mental well-being benefits
- Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Health savings account and flexible spending accounts
- Long-term care insurance and 401K program
- Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays

Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

H1: Join Our Top-Tier Law Firm as Supreme Court & Appellate Counsel
H2: Experienced Supreme Court Counsel Needed at Orrick

- Orrick has one of the nation's leading appellate practices
- Successful appeals in courts at every level, including the . Supreme Court
- Deep bench of talented attorneys, including former Supreme Court clerks
- Named Law360's Appellate Group of the Year in 2023
- Recognized by leading legal directories
- Seeking an attorney with extensive Supreme Court and appellate litigation experience
- Responsibilities include working closely with partners, developing strategic initiatives, and managing associates
- Qualifications include minimum of 7 years of experience, former Supreme Court and/or federal court of appeals clerk, and strong writing and communication skills
- Flexible or reduced-time schedule may be considered
- Position can be located at any of Orrick's offices, with preference for Washington, DC
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including expected salary range between $345,000 and $430,000
- Comprehensive health benefits and other perks such as flexible time off and generous parental leave
- Orrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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Elective Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), Mental Well-Being Benefits, Child/Family/Elder/Pet Care Benefits, Short- and Long-Term Disability Benefits, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long-Term Care Insurance, 401K Program, Flexible Time Off, Parental Leave, Paid Holidays

Not specified

Briefing, Oral Communication, Management, Strategic Planning, Client Relationship Management, Interpersonal Skills, Entrepreneurial, Writing, Editing, Supervision, Mentoring

J.D. from an accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school, Admission to the State Bar of California in good standing, Eligibility to practice law in the United States

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