Appellate Specialist - Senior Counsel

Clyde & Co

Base: $250,000 - $270,000; bonus: up to $2,000 pm ...
Hybrid
15+ years appellate experience
Exceptional legal writing skills
Ability to handle time sensitive matters
Clyde & Co is seeking a Senior Counsel Appellate Specialist to support its trial and defense practice in handling complex legal matters across federal and state appellate courts. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of appellate experience, exceptional legal writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple sensitive projects efficiently

Job Summary

  • The role involves conducting complex legal research and drafting briefs for federal and state appellate courts across various practice areas including mass torts and commercial litigation.
  • Candidates must be admitted to the California Bar with over 15 years of specialized appellate experience and proven ability to supervise associates and paralegals.
  • The firm offers a competitive salary range of $250,000-$270,000 along with benefits like student debt repayment, hybrid work flexibility, and six months of fully paid parental leave.

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Clyde & Co is seeking a Senior Counsel Appellate Specialist to support its trial and defense practice in handling complex legal matters across federal and state appellate courts. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of appellate experience, exceptional legal writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple sensitive projects efficiently.

Salary

Base: $250,000 - $270,000; Bonus: Up to $2,000 per month performance bonus; Benefits: Student debt repayment up to $250/month, wellness stipend, 6 months paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years appellate experience
  • Exceptional legal writing skills
  • Ability to handle time sensitive matters

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Appellate Law Specialist
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities
  • Hybrid work flexibility

Key Requirements

  • Admission to the California Bar
  • 15+ years of appellate experience
  • Certified as an Appellate Law Specialist preferred

Work Rights

Must have California Bar admission

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