Appellate Court Attorney – Division Seven

Overview

Associate Justice Gail Ruderman Feuer of the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, is accepting applications for an appellate attorney to start in August 2025.  

The attorney will work collaboratively with Justice Feuer in preparing opinions in a broad range of appeals, including civil and criminal cases. The attorney will have significant responsibility over complex and challenging cases and work in a collegial setting with Justice Feuer and her other appellate attorneys.  The attorney’s duties will include reviewing appellate briefs and trial records, researching and analyzing legal issues, drafting proposed opinions, proofreading final opinions, and making recommendations on the resolution of appeals, among other tasks.  Excellent analytical, writing, and research skills are mandatory, as well a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence. Familiarity with appellate practice and/or prior judicial clerkship experience is preferred.

The position will begin in August 2025. Details will be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Justice Feuer on drafting opinions across a wide range of civil and criminal appellate cases.
• Take primary responsibility for managing complex and high-profile cases.
• Contribute to a collegial and team-oriented environment with Justice Feuer and fellow appellate attorneys.
• Review appellate briefs and trial court records to assess legal arguments and procedural issues.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on diverse and nuanced legal matters.
• Draft well-reasoned proposed opinions for consideration.
• Proofread and edit final versions of opinions for accuracy and clarity.
• Provide informed recommendations on the appropriate resolution of appeals.
• Carry out additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Level B:          Active membership in the State Bar of California and the equivalent of two

years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting such as a private law practice, corporation, government agency, law school, court, or legal publishing company.

OR

Two years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting as described above, including one year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level A, with the judicial branch.

Level C:          Active membership in the State Bar of California and the equivalent of three years of post-bar legal experience.

OR

One year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level B, with the judicial branch.

Level D:          Active membership in the State Bar of California and the equivalent of four years of post-bar legal experience in a legal setting such as a private                            law practice, corporation, government agency, law school, court, or legal publishing company.

OR

One year of experience as an appellate attorney, Level C, with the judicial branch.

How To Apply

To apply online, please click the Apply for Job button.

The following items are required.

• Completed online application
• Cover letter 
• Resume 
• Writing Sample

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For earliest consideration, please apply by June 2, 2025.

Pay and Benefits

Level B:           $8,809 to $10,274 per month

(Starting salary will be between $8,809 to $8,898 per month)

Level C:            $8,891 to $11,301 per month 

(Starting salary will be between $8,891 to $9,708 per month)

Level D:           $10,234 to $13,659 per month

(Starting salary will vary between $10,234 to $11,257 per month)

Salary is based on qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS:                 

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional)
• Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.