Litigation Associate - New York
Direct CounselNew York, New York, United States
Posted February 19, 2026
250000 - 370000 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 representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a skilled Litigation Associate to join its nationally recognized practice, handling complex, high-impact matters across multiple industries and disciplines.
Requirements
- Manage all phases of litigation, from legal research and discovery to depositions, motion practice, and trial prep
- Draft complaints, motions, briefs, and other pleadings with minimal supervision
- Participate in witness interviews and conduct/develop deposition strategies
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored litigation strategies to clients across sectors
- Handle complex litigation with an emphasis on business and commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, or white-collar defense
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonuses