Florida Attorney Wanted. Minimal Court / Client Contact. $90-140k.

THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM

22h • $90,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Federal Appeals Firm is a national appellate practice focused exclusively on federal appeals of Social Security disability decisions at the district court and circuit court levels. We handle one of the largest volumes of § 405(g) appeals in the country, filing across federal circuits nationwide, and have built our reputation on rigorous legal writing and substantive appellate advocacy. We are an AI-native firm, meaning our workflow is built around AI from the ground up, utilizing proprietary tools developed in-house. This approach allows us to deliver high-quality appellate work at a significant volume and consistency. This is a specialized firm that focuses on one area of law at a high level and operates differently from others in the field.

This role is writing-intensive and AI-augmented, designed for an attorney who excels at complex legal analysis, enjoys appellate practice, and prefers substantive brief writing over hearings or client-facing work. The Associate Attorney will draft federal briefs challenging Social Security disability decisions, handling all required briefing throughout the case lifecycle. All work is reviewed by senior attorneys. A distinctive aspect of this role is the collaboration with Brief Master™, a proprietary AI system. This AI is a tool to amplify legal judgment, not replace it. The firm seeks individuals energized by this collaborative mode of practice. Prior AI experience is not required, but strong legal writing instincts, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to engage with AI as a thinking partner are essential. The firm will provide training on its systems. This is an opportunity to build deep expertise in federal appellate litigation and work at the forefront of legal writing production without the typical distractions of a traditional litigation practice. The position can be hybrid-remote for those in the Sarasota region of Florida.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active admission to at least one state bar
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with consistent output and quality
• Strong legal writing instincts
• Intellectual curiosity
• Willingness to engage with AI tools as a thinking partner

Nice To Haves

• Experience with federal court briefing or appellate litigation
• Familiarity with Social Security disability law
• Experience with AI-assisted legal drafting tools

Responsibilities

• Draft federal appellate briefs challenging ALJ decisions in Social Security disability cases, including all required briefing at every stage of each assigned case
• Analyze administrative records to identify viable legal issues for appeal
• Conduct legal research across multiple federal circuits
• Evaluate potential cases for merit and assess whether legal grounds support a federal appeal
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous time records sufficient to support EAJA fee petitions
• Collaborate with senior attorneys who provide final review and oversight on all filings

Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 (includes a $5,000 annual taxable health insurance stipend; the Firm does not provide group health coverage)
• Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000 with possible discretionary bonus
• Higher earnings potentially up to $140,000+ per year for high performers based on production and discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan after two years of service or in accordance with plan terms
• Performance bonuses may be awarded at the Firm's sole discretion based on productivity, work quality, and overall contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree