Appellate Partner

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Job Overview:
A nationally expanding law firm is seeking an experienced and visionary Appellate Partner to lead its newly established appellate practice in Austin, TX. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to work alongside a large, nationally respected appellate team on cases across multiple states. The role is ideal for an attorney ready to make an impact, contribute to a collaborative culture, and take advantage of a clear equity partnership path without the pressure of bringing a book of business.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Lead and manage the appellate practice in Texas

• Oversee client files, case strategy, and legal teams

• Maintain and develop client and carrier relationships

• Collaborate with a national network of over 30 appellate attorneys on active cases

• Contribute to firmwide legal strategy and thought leadership in appellate law

• Participate in mentorship and support a culture of professional development

• Uphold the firm’s inclusive, team-driven values

Requirements:

• Proven experience at the partner level in appellate law

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases and client relationships independently

• Excellent professional references and a strong record of job stability

• Willingness to collaborate in a national team environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Texas State Bar

Skills:

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

• Leadership abilities in a practice-building or management role

• Strategic legal thinking with high attention to detail

• Ability to foster client confidence and lead high-stakes litigation

• Team-oriented approach to legal service delivery

Benefits:

• Mandatory hours-based bonus up to $40,000 (earned at $2,500 for every 25 billable hours above 1,800 up to 2,200)

• Realistic and accessible equity and non-equity partnership from day one

• No business development requirement to obtain equity partnership

• Flexible PTO policy

• Paid Parental Leave

• Leadership roles available in every office

• Supportive firm culture recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace

• Gold DEI Leadership Seal recipient from the State Bar of California

• Participation in E-Verify

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306