Appellate Attorney – Trial & Defense

. Review and analyze trial records, appellate records, appellate briefs, and evidence involving sophisticated and complicated legal issues.

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and analyze trial records, appellate records, appellate briefs, and evidence involving sophisticated and complicated legal issues.
Conduct complex legal research and analysis and draft memoranda.
Provide research and support on complex cases.
Draft pre-trial motions, post-trial motions, appellate briefs, and dispositive motions on highly complex and high-exposure cases.
Support the Appellate, Litigation Strategy, and Trial Monitoring practice across catastrophic personal injury, business and commercial litigation, premises liability, mass tort, and trucking and transportation matters.

What you’ll need

Associate or Counsel level appellate attorney.
Admission to the New York Bar and ideally New Jersey Bar, or at least eligible for admission.
3+ years of appellate experience.
Appellate trial monitoring experience.
Substantial experience drafting pre- and post-trial motions, appellate briefs, and dispositive motions.
Excellent academic credentials.
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
Flexible Paid Time Off – Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
Performance Bonuses – Annual performance-based bonuses and monthly bonus plan with opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month.
Student Debt Repayment – Eligible attorneys receive a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a qualified higher education student loan.
Referral Rewards – Generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to the team.
Mentorship & Career Growth – Strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
Engaging Culture – Social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
Wellbeing Benefits – $300 per calendar year for wellness activities and a Wellbeing Day.
Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Global Mobility Program – Client-facing events across North America and opportunities to explore international offices.