Federal Brief Writer
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
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About the Role
Federal Brief Writer - Mass Tort Law & Briefing Group — Complex Litigation Division
Location: New York City (In-Office)
Position Type: Entry-level
Associate Positions Available: Summer 2027 & Fall 2027
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting motions, briefs, and appeals across active federal and state class action and MDL dockets.
- Conducting deep-dive legal research.
- Analyzing complex procedural and substantive federal issues across multiple jurisdictions.
- Collaborating with senior attorneys on litigation strategy and argument development.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to the New York City area.
- Candidates must take the bar prior to the start date.
- Submit at least two legal writing samples demonstrating research depth and analytical rigor.
Qualifications
- Excellent legal writing and research skills.
- Moot court experience is a meaningful differentiator.
- Demonstrated drafting experience through internships, externships, or clinic work.
- Law Review or other research-intensive academic work is a strong signal.
- Federal clerkship experience or state-level appellate clerkship experience is valued.
Associate Tracks
- Summer 2027 Associate: Open to current 2L students (rising 3Ls).
- Fall 2027 Associate: Open to current 3L students and current federal law clerks.
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 USD
Hourly Range: $84 - $96 USD
Benefits
For full-time employees, Morgan & Morgan offers an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.