Appellate and Advanced Motions Senior Associate/Counsel Attorney

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join a nationally recognized litigation practice focused on appellate advocacy and advanced motions. In this role, you will handle sophisticated legal issues and develop persuasive written arguments in high-stakes product liability and complex litigation matters. You will collaborate with trial teams and legal professionals across multiple offices to shape litigation strategies and influence outcomes at both trial and appellate levels. Your work will involve complex legal research, appellate brief writing, and the preparation and argument of significant motions. This opportunity offers exposure to nationally significant cases across diverse industries, including automotive, pharmaceutical, consumer products, and medical devices. You will join a collaborative environment that values legal excellence, intellectual rigor, mentorship, and professional development.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished legal professional with strong appellate advocacy capabilities, exceptional analytical skills, and a passion for sophisticated legal writing. The following qualifications are expected:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; admission in a state where the firm maintains an office is preferred.

• At least 3 years of experience in appellate practice, judicial clerkship, complex litigation, or advanced motions.

• Demonstrated appellate advocacy experience, including drafting appellate briefs and other appellate filings.

• Exceptional legal research, analytical reasoning, and persuasive writing skills.

• Experience drafting and arguing dispositive motions and other complex motions in state and federal courts.

• Strong understanding of state and federal procedural rules and appellate requirements.

• Experience in product liability, commercial litigation, insurance defense, or other complex civil litigation is preferred.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal arguments effectively.

• Outstanding attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

• Ability to manage multiple matters, projects, and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with attorneys across different offices and practice groups.