Description
A prestigious international law firm is seeking a skilled Appellate Specialist to join the team in Washington, D.C.
Who You Are
- You bring at least 10 years of experience in appellate work
- Hold a bachelor’s degree; JD is a strong plus
- Deep knowledge of SCOTUS and federal/state appellate procedures
- Exceptional Bluebook and cite checking expertise
- Skilled in legal writing and research
- Proficient with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, iManage, Lexis, Westlaw, PACER, and CM/ECF
What You’ll Do
- Draft, revise, and finalize appellate filings including briefs, motions, and petitions
- Prepare oral argument materials such as binders
- Compile appellate records and appendices from trial documents and transcripts
- Format documents, proofread, apply Bluebook standards, and prepare tables
- Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and court personnel
- Conduct legal research on appellate rules and procedures
- E-file with SCOTUS and federal/state appellate courts
- Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules
- Track appellate law developments for litigation teams
- Submit timekeeping reports
What Success Looks Like
- You deliver accurate, polished appellate filings under tight deadlines
- You maintain flawless compliance with court rules and procedures
- You serve as a trusted resource for attorneys and litigation teams on appellate matters
Salary Range: $115,000 – 140,000 annually, based on experience
Location: Washington, D.C. – Hybrid
Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
