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Wilson Elser · 1 day ago

Senior Appellate Attorney

Birmingham, Alabama

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Appellate Attorney to provide strategic direction on litigation and appellate matters, manage all stages of litigation, and mentor junior attorneys and legal staff.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesLegal

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction on litigation and appellate matters

Serve as lead appellate counsel on matters in both federal and state trial and appellate courts

Manage all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, trial, and appeal

Draft and argue complex motions at the trial and appellate court levels

Appear in court for hearings, trials, and appellate arguments

Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff

Review and manage case files, ensuring timely progress and compliance with deadlines and client requirements

Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel

Qualification

J.D. from accredited law school10 years litigation experienceAppellate experienceFederal court clerking experienceLegal writing skillsOral advocacy skillsAnalytical skillsProducts liability experienceBreach of contract experienceTorts experienceManaging junior attorneysHigh-stakes litigation experienceIndependent workingCollaborative working

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school

Licensed and in good standing to practice law in state of residence

Minimum 10 years of litigation and appellate experience, (preferably with some federal level experience)

Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple matters simultaneously

Willingness to assist with managing a national docket

Intellectual curiosity

Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills

Experience in one or more of the following areas: products liability, breach of contract, and torts

Experience with high-stakes or high-profile litigation

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

Preferred

Federal Court clerking experience at District or Court of Appeals

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan

Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Company

Wilson Elser

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Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States.

Founded in 1978

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.wilsonelser.com

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