Appellate and Business Litigation Attorney - Akron

Appellate and Business Litigation Attorney – Akron

Roetzel & Andress is pleased to present an opening in our Appellate Practice and Business Litigation Groups in our Akron office. This represents a unique opportunity to become part of our esteemed and growing recognized team in Ohio.

Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in appellate litigation or similar roles that focus heavily on legal research and writing. Candidates with relevant clerkship experience are especially encouraged to apply. At Roetzel, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth and development. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including a flexible hybrid remote work opportunity.

Fully remote and/or flexible part‑time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

• 3+ years of experience in litigation, including substantial appellate experience.
• Judicial clerkship experience is preferred.
• Ability to review and analyze a myriad of legal issues.
• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Exceptional oral advocacy skills.
• Draft motions, appellate briefs, pleadings and legal memoranda.
• Oral argument experience is preferred.
• Experience with depositions and trials is a plus.
• Experience using AI legal tools Westlaw CoCounsel and CoPilot is preferred.
• Experience in E-discovery software Relativity or Relativity One is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and desire for professional development.
• Ability to work well independently under deadlines in a changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently while using sound judgment in decision‑making.
• Ability to manage relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Member of the Ohio Bar in good standing.

Roetzel & Andress is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Roetzel & Andress maintains a policy of non‑discrimination and inclusion with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All decisions as to employment with the Firm are governed solely on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications, and are not influenced or informed in any manner by the employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.