Appellate Litigation Associate

Emerge Talent • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A nationally recognized litigation group is seeking a Junior Appellate Litigation Associate to join its Washington, DC office. This full-time, partnership-track opportunity is ideal for a high-achieving attorney with a passion for appellate advocacy and a strong foundation built through a federal appellate or Supreme Court clerkship. This position offers the chance to work on high-profile, precedent-shaping cases, often before the U.S. Supreme Court and federal courts of appeals, alongside leaders in appellate law.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of post-JD experience in litigation or appellate law (class years 2021–2023)
• Appellate clerkship experience required (U.S. Supreme Court or federal court of appeals)
• Exceptional academic credentials, legal writing, and research skills
• Thoughtful, precise communicator and committed team contributor

Responsibilities

• Draft appellate briefs, cert petitions, amicus filings, and substantive legal memoranda
• Support oral argument preparation and strategy
• Conduct complex legal research and collaborate closely with senior litigators
• Contribute to a team that handles some of the nation’s most influential litigation matters

Benefits

• Be part of a prestigious appellate practice with national recognition
• Engage in meaningful, intellectually rigorous work on cutting-edge legal issues
• Enjoy partnership-track potential, close mentorship, and a collaborative culture
• Competitive salary and benefits in line with top-tier law firms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees