Litigation Associate (1–6 Years) – Complex Commercial Litigation
Direct CounselWashington, District of Columbia, 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 a prestigious AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a Litigation Associate to join its Washington, DC office. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking to work on high-stakes complex commercial litigation matters within a nationally recognized litigation practice.
Requirements
- Assist with all phases of complex commercial litigation, including case development and strategy
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and factual investigations
- Support discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
- Participate in arbitrations and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings
- Collaborate with senior attorneys on high-profile litigation matters
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Strong opportunities for professional development and career advancement