[Hiring] FEDERAL APPELLATE ATTORNEY @THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM

Role Description

The Federal Appeals Firm™ is an AI Native national appellate practice focused exclusively on federal appeals of Social Security disability decisions. We are seeking an exceptional legal writer to join our team. Prior Social Security disability experience is not required.

This is a writing-intensive role for an attorney who prefers substantive briefing over hearings, depositions, court appearances, or client-facing litigation.

Associates are trained to work with Brief Master™, our proprietary AI-assisted briefing system developed in-house and refined through thousands of federal briefs. We also train associates in the proper use of Anthropic's Claude. These tools support legal analysis, record review, issue development, and draft refinement. They do not replace attorney judgment.

This position is a remote position for attorneys that do not reside in New Jersey. It is an in-office/on-site position for attorneys that reside in New Jersey.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting federal court briefs challenging Social Security disability decisions;
• Analyzing administrative records to identify viable legal issues;
• Conducting legal research across multiple federal circuits;
• Drafting opening briefs, reply briefs, objections, post-judgment motions, and other substantive filings;
• Maintaining accurate time records for EAJA fee petitions;
• Collaborating with senior attorneys who review and finalize all filings.

Qualifications

• 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 substantial writing-focused caseload;
• Willingness to learn federal Social Security disability law;
• Interest in working in an AI-native legal environment.

Requirements

• Experience with AI-assisted legal tools. However, we will train new associates in proper use of AI tools.

Benefits

• Base salary: $90,000–$110,000, depending on experience, writing ability, and qualifications.
• High-performing associates may earn $120,000–$140,000+ through discretionary bonuses based on productivity, work quality, and overall contribution.
• The base salary includes a $5,000 annual taxable health insurance stipend. The firm does not currently provide group health insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan available after two years of service or in accordance with plan terms.

How to apply

Email the following materials to [email protected]:

• Resume;
• Cover letter;
• Two writing samples.

Subject line: APPELLATE ASSOCIATE POSITION

Applicants with fewer than three years of attorney experience should also include their law school transcript.

Writing Assessment: Candidates who advance to serious consideration will be asked to complete a writing assessment before any offer is made.

The Federal Appeals Firm™ is an equal opportunity employer.

This is a remote position.