Litigation - Appellate Attorney in Houston, TX

Law Firm

Houston, TX

Litigation - Appellate Attorney in Houston, TX

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H1: Join the Nation's Leading Appellate Practice with Orrick
H2: Orrick is Seeking an Associate for their Supreme Court & Appellate Practice

Law Firm Seeking Supreme Court & Appellate Associate in Any US Office

Are you a highly skilled attorney with a passion for appellate law and a desire to work on high-profile cases? Orrick, a leading law firm with a renowned appellate practice, is actively recruiting for an associate position in their nationwide Supreme Court & Appellate practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a non-partner attorney who is dedicated to excellence and seeking to join a team of top appellate talent.

Responsibilities:

- Briefing and arguing appeals in courts at every level, including the . Supreme Court, federal courts of appeals, and state courts
- Assisting with bet-the-company and industry-changing appeals
- Providing "appellate eyes at trial" by focusing on key motions and issue preservation at the trial court level

Qualifications:

- Excellent legal research, writing, and interpersonal skills
- Experience as a judicial clerk, preferably for a federal or state appellate court
- Completed JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
- Highly motivated and proactive with a desire to work in a team-oriented environment

To apply, please submit your resume, . transcript, writing sample, and cover letter through our online portal. For search firm recruiters, please use our Search Firm Portal. If you have any questions, please reach out to our . Director of Recruiting, Liz Forrest, at .

Compensation and Benefits:

- Expected salary range between $260,000 and $390,000
- Comprehensive and competitive total compensation package, including health benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off
- Eligibility for annual discretionary merit bonus based on Firm and individual performance

At Orrick, we are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Join the Orrick team and be a part of our award-winning appellate practice. Apply now!