Litigation Associate (Appellate)
USA – £200,000 - £260,000
A top global law firm is on the hunt for a Supreme Court/Appellate Litigation Associate to join its powerhouse team in Washington, D.C. If you’re an ambitious attorney with appellate experience and a passion for high-stakes cases, this is your chance to work on the cutting edge of the law.What You’ll Do
- Dive deep into the appellate process—crafting airtight briefs, developing winning legal strategies, and prepping for oral arguments.
- Conducting case law research, and assisting oral argument preparation.
- Work on landmark cases in front of the U.S. Supreme Court and federal courts of appeals.
- Collaborate with brilliant legal minds in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
- Help shape the future of the law while mentoring junior associates and contributing to the team’s success.
- Clerkship Cred: A clerkship with SCOTUS or a federal appellate court is a must.
- Top Credentials: A strong academic record from a leading law school.
- DC Bar: You’ve got to be admitted.
- A proven track record of success in appellate litigation.
- The ability to turn complex legal issues into clear, winning arguments.
- A proactive, team-first attitude that thrives in a high-pressure environment.
After securing a Geography degree at Leeds Uni, Sam joins Douglas Scott as a Recruitment Consultant as part of the Corporate/Commercial desk with a specific focus on placing Paralegals and Solicitors across the North West.
Prior to Douglas Scott, Sam spent a year in Accountancy until he decided he wanted a career move into recruitment. In his spare time Sam enjoys socialising with friends and travelling around the world watching Man City play.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Commercial Litigation
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £200,000 - £260,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: USA
- Reference: 1073269
