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Sioux Falls, SD · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

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Albuquerque, NM · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

ALAW

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Carlsbad, NM · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

ALAW

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Rio Rancho, NM · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

ALAW

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Bangor, ME · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

ALAW

Contract Attorney

Cheyenne, WY · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

ALAW

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Portland, ME · Remote

Remote / Multi-State Engagement Type: Flexible; Independent Contractor ALAW is looking for contract ... Our expansive practice covers a full range of services, including appellate advocacy, attorney ...

Wills Law, PLLC

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Brentwood, TN · Remote

$55 - $70/hr

Court proceedings in general sessions, chancery, circuit, and court of appeals. Newly licensed ... Office is located in Brentwood, TN; however this is a remote position. COURT APPEARANCES WILL BE ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract remote appellate attorney in the United States is $119,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Remote Appellate Attorney vs Contract Remote Litigation Attorney?

AspectContract Remote Appellate AttorneyContract Remote Litigation Attorney
CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission, appellate experienceLaw degree, bar admission, trial and litigation experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, appellate courts, legal research, writingRemote, trial courts, depositions, case management
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, appellate courts, legal consultanciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies

Contract Remote Appellate Attorneys focus on appeals, legal research, and appellate briefs, often working remotely for courts or law firms. Contract Remote Litigation Attorneys handle trial-level work, including depositions and case management. Both roles require legal credentials and are performed remotely, but they differ in case stage and responsibilities.

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Criminal Appellate Defense Attorney (Appeals)

Central California Appellate Program

Sacramento, CA • On-site, Remote

$95K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 403(b)
  • 401(a)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Central California Appellate Program (CCAP) is seeking an experienced criminal appellate attorney interested in assisting court-appointed counsel of all levels who represent indigent defendants on appeal. (More detailed information about our organization is available at www.capcentral.org.) We offer a hybrid work environment but will consider a fully remote schedule under exceptional circumstances.
Job Responsibilities
  • Train and guide a panel of private attorneys appointed by the Third and Fifth District Courts of Appeal to provide counsel to indigent clients
  • Provide the Third and Fifth District Courts of Appeal with administrative services related to court appointed cases
  • Publish articles to train new and experienced attorneys on legal basics and evolving areas in criminal law
  • Develop resources and MCLE training for the criminal defense community
  • Represent clients directly on appeal on a select basis
Ideal Candidate
  • Has a demonstrated interest in criminal defense
  • Has experience researching and writing at the appellate level
  • Communicates respectfully and professionally with colleagues, support staff, panel attorneys, court personnel, opposing counsel, and trial attorneys
  • Has ability to manage a wide variety of projects with attention to detail
  • Is proficient with video conferencing applications (such as Zoom), and reviewing documents in electronic form

Flexible work from home options available.