Associate - Litigation & Trial - MDL / Consumer Class Action - Los Angeles
Direct CounselLos Angeles, California, United States
Posted March 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Associate – Complex Commercial Litigation position with Direct Counsel. The team handles sophisticated disputes, including business torts, contract and joint venture matters, fraud, unfair competition, and trade secrets litigation across various industries. The role focuses on high-impact litigation, including multidistrict litigation (MDL) and consumer class actions.
Requirements
- J.D. with strong academic credentials
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in complex litigation, including MDL and/or consumer class actions
- Admission to a U.S. Bar or eligibility for admission
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous PTO and parental leave
- Professional development and advancement opportunities