Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney

The role

You will handle appellate cases from start to finish and draft appellate motions and applications. You will also support trial teams with legal research and motions such as MILs, summary judgment and post-trial motions.

What you will do

• Handle the full spectrum of appellate cases, from start to finish.
• Draft appellate motions and applications, including motions to dismiss and for extension requests.
• Negotiate stipulations with other parties on appellate issues such as briefing schedules and the content of appellate records.
• Conduct ad hoc legal research for the firm's trial teams.
• Provide motion assistance to trial teams, including motions in limine (MILs), summary judgment motions (SJ) of varying complexity, and post-trial motions.

Required qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• 1-3 years of defense litigation experience.
• Exceptional legal writing skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.

Nice to have

• New Jersey bar admission.
• Civil litigation background.
• Appellate experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.
• Mentorship and professional development.

Before you apply

• Wilson Elser participates in the federal E-Verify program and confirms work authorization for new hires.
• Recruitment agencies can submit candidates only with an active, signed fee agreement and portal access.

About the company

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices. The firm is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer.