Litigation Associate (1–6 Years)
Direct CounselDallas, Texas, United States
Posted March 9, 2026
225000 - 390000 USD
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
Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a talented Litigation Associate (1–6 years of experience) to join its highly regarded litigation practice in Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking to work on complex, high-stakes litigation matters within one of the most elite litigation platforms in the country.
Requirements
- 1–6 years of litigation experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment
- Excellent legal research and writing skills
- Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities
- Outstanding academic credentials
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative litigation environment
- Admission to the Texas Bar required
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Strong opportunities for mentorship, growth, and career advancement