Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. They are seeking a talented and motivated Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney to handle a wide range of appellate matters and provide motion assistance to trial teams. Responsibilities Handle the full spectrum of appellate cases, from start to finish Draft appellate motions and applications, including but not limited to motions to dismiss and for extension requests Negotiate stipulations with other parties relating to appellate issues such as briefing schedules and the content of appellate records Conduct ad hoc legal research for the firm’s various trial teams, assisting with ongoing litigation Provide motion assistance to trial teams, including motions in limine (MILs), summary judgment motions (SJ) of varying complexity, and post-trial motions Skills JD from an accredited law school Admitted to practice in New York, NJ bar admission a plus 1-3 years of defense litigation experience Exceptional legal writing skills required Strong analytical and research abilities Civil litigation background preferred, with appellate experience being highly desirable Benefits 401(k) retirement savings plan Medical Dental Vision Disability Life insurance 401k match Generous PTO plan Access to corporate discount plans Company Overview Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. It was founded in 1978, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Wilson Elser has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.