Litigation Associate Attorney (Complex Litigation) - Los Angeles
Direct CounselLos Angeles, California, United States
Posted July 31, 2025
250000 - 370000 USD year
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
Join an elite litigation team handling complex, high-impact matters across multiple industries and disciplines. Manage all phases of litigation, from legal research and discovery to depositions, motion practice, and trial prep.
Requirements
- 3–6 years of litigation experience
- Commercial litigation, trial practice, or white collar and investigations experience
- Stellar written, verbal, and analytical skills
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
- Judicial clerkship experience is a plus
- Active bar membership in California or New York (based on location)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonuses
- Other firm-wide programs