Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP ยท 1 day ago
Appellate & Motion Practice Attorney
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$73K/yr - $146K/yr
5+ years expGerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Appellate & Motion Practice Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and exceptional judgment while managing appellate matters and complex motion practices. This role involves drafting legal documents, conducting research, and collaborating with trial teams while maintaining client relationships.
Legal
Responsibilities
Drafting and editing appellate briefs, motions, memoranda of law, and other substantive legal filings
Conducting comprehensive legal research and developing persuasive legal arguments
Reviewing trial records, transcripts, and evidentiary materials to identify appealable issues
Preparing motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and other dispositive applications
Assisting trial teams by analyzing legal issues and crafting pre-trial, post-trial, and strategic motions
Managing deadlines, appellate calendars, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Participating in oral arguments when appropriate and supporting senior attorneys in appellate proceedings
Maintaining strong client relationships through responsiveness, strategic guidance, and adherence to client guidelines
Accurately recording and maintaining billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met
Qualification
Required
Admission to practice in the State of New York is required
At least 5 years of experience in appellate work, motion practice, or complex legal research and writing
Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills, with a commitment to producing error-free, persuasive legal work
Demonstrated experience drafting substantive motions, briefs, and responding to complex legal issues
Preferred
Admission to practice in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is a plus
Federal Court and appellate court experience are strongly preferred
Trial experience or litigation support experience is a plus
Benefits
Health
Life
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible work options
Paid time off
Company
Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP
Based in Manhattan, the firm has seven other offices in Buffalo, N.Y.; Hartford, Conn.; London; Long Island (Garden City, N.Y.); Newark, N.J.; Philadelphia and White Plains, N.Y., and it plans immediate strategic growth in each of these locations.
51-200 employees
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Kenneth L. Crooks
Chief Operating Officer
Arlow Linton
Partner
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