Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing

Generous paid time off

Wellness and employee assistance

Professional development and mentoring

Job summary

Direct Counsel seeks a Litigation Associate for its Washington, DC office of a nationally recognized Am Law firm. An ideal candidate has 3–4 years of litigation experience and will handle complex commercial, consumer and class actions with significant responsibility.

You will draft and file pleadings, conduct research, manage discovery, and coordinate with clients and courts. Federal/state practice, arbitration familiarity, and strong drafting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active District of Columbia Bar membership in good standing.
• 3–4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience practicing in federal and state courts.
• Familiarity with arbitration proceedings.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy analyses.
• Manage written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Assist with hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in commercial litigation and consumer‑related disputes.
• Participate in class action defense matters.
• Work directly with clients on case management and litigation objectives.

Skills

Litigation

Legal writing

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Client interaction

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a

Litigation Associate

to join the Washington, D.C. office of a nationally recognized Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3–4 years of litigation experience who is looking to take on significant responsibility while working on sophisticated commercial, consumer, and class action disputes. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, excellent writing and analytical abilities, and experience practicing in federal and state courts. This role offers meaningful client interaction, hands‑on case management responsibilities, and the opportunity to work on high‑profile disputes alongside experienced litigators.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy analyses
• Manage written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation
• Coordinate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and courts
• Assist with hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial preparation

Commercial & Consumer Disputes

• Represent clients in commercial litigation and consumer‑related disputes
• Participate in class action defense matters
• Analyze complex factual and legal issues and develop litigation strategies
• Work directly with clients on case management and litigation objectives

Client Interaction

• Serve in a client‑facing role with increasing responsibility
• Communicate case developments and strategic recommendations
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation and resolution strategies

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active District of Columbia Bar membership in good standing
• 3–4 years of litigation experience
• Experience practicing in federal and state courts
• Familiarity with arbitration proceedings
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling class action litigation
• Experience with data privacy disputes
• Experience with False Claims Act litigation
• Prior experience managing sophisticated commercial or consumer litigation matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $260,000 – $310,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans
• Generous paid time off
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Why This Opportunity

Work on sophisticated commercial, consumer, and class action litigation mattersGain significant responsibility and direct client exposure early in your careerJoin a collaborative team that emphasizes mentorship training, and professional growthDevelop substantial case management and strategic litigation experienceBuild your practice alongside nationally recognized litigators in Washington, D.C.Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.