NewAssociate Attorney Aerospace, Defense & Next-Generation Energy Direct CounselAssociate Attorney Aerospace, Defense & Next-Generation EnergyWashington, DC$225,000–$260,000 / yearJob Description Associate Attorney – Aerospace, Defense & Next-Generation Energy Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate Attorney to join a leading firm supporting clients in the Aerospace, Defense, and Next-Generation Energy sectors. Prior AmLaw 100 firm experience is strongly preferred, and prior work in the relevant sectors or in client advisory roles is a plus.
NewGlobal Mobility & Migration Associate Attorney Direct CounselGlobal Mobility & Migration Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$310,000 / yearThe ideal candidate has experience managing corporate immigration portfolios, advising employers on complex immigration issues, and handling a broad range of employment-based nonimmigrant and immigrant visa matters. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3–4 years of business immigration experience who is looking to advise multinational employers on sophisticated U.S. employment-based immigration matters and global workforce mobility strategies.
NewCommercial Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselCommercial Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$390,000 / yearThe successful candidate will work alongside nationally recognized litigators representing clients in complex disputes while gaining significant responsibility, client interaction, and courtroom experience. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate with 4–6 years of complex litigation experience who is interested in sophisticated commercial litigation with a focus on insurance coverage disputes, coverage analysis, and high-stakes litigation .
NewLitigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselLitigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$310,000 / yearBuild 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. This role offers meaningful client interaction, hands-on case management responsibilities, and the opportunity to work on high-profile disputes alongside experienced litigators.
NewMid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselMid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate AttorneyMcLean, VAThe ideal candidate has experience handling sophisticated commercial litigation at a top-tier law firm and enjoys working on matters involving complex financial disputes, strategic business transactions, and high-value commercial litigation. Opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized trial attorneys on sophisticated commercial litigation matters while receiving meaningful mentorship, professional development, and hands-on responsibility within a premier litigation practice.
NewCorporate Associate Attorney Securities/Capital Markets Direct CounselCorporate Associate Attorney Securities/Capital MarketsWashington, DC$170,000–$300,000 / yearJob Description Corporate Associate Attorney – Securities/Capital Markets Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a top-ranked law firm’s Corporate Practice Group in any U.S. office . Handle capital markets transactions , including public securities offerings and debt/equity market deals.
NewLitigation Attorney (Insurance Recovery) Direct CounselLitigation Attorney (Insurance Recovery)Washington, DC$185,000–$265,000 / yearThe ideal candidate will have 3–9 years of litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in—or prior exposure to—insurance recovery or coverage work on behalf of policyholders. Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Associate to join a nationally recognized firm’s Insurance Recovery & Counseling Group in Washington, DC.
NewSecurities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney Direct CounselSecurities & Capital Markets Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$225,000–$320,000 / yearJob Description Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney (1–6 Years) Chicago, IL; New York; NY, Washington, DC; Miami, FL (Hybrid) Direct Counsel is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join a top-tier, nationally recognized law firm with a strong and collaborative corporate practice. The Opportunity The associate will join a cohesive Securities & Capital Markets group with a multidisciplinary practice that regularly advises public and private companies, issuers, underwriters, and investors.
NewConsumer Finance Associate Attorney Direct CounselConsumer Finance Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$310,000 / yearLocations: Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Houston, TX; Jacksonville, FL; Los Angeles, CA; Madison, WI; Miami, FL; Milwaukee, WI; Nashville, TN; New York, NY; Orlando, FL; Raleigh, NC; Sacramento, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Silicon Valley, CA; Tallahassee, FL; Tampa, FL; Washington, DC. The team advises banks, credit unions, FinTech companies, non-bank lenders, servicers, consumer reporting agencies, and technology providers on a broad range of federal and state consumer finance laws, regulatory compliance, licensing, and enforcement matters.
NewEnergy Regulatory Associate Attorney (Mid-Senior Level) Direct CounselEnergy Regulatory Associate Attorney (Mid-Senior Level)Washington, DC$365,000–$420,000 / yearThe team advises clients across the energy industry on sophisticated regulatory, transactional, and policy matters involving natural gas, LNG, nuclear energy, renewables, and electric power before key federal agencies, including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and Department of Energy (DOE). Job Description Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking an Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Washington, D.C.
NewInvestment Funds Mid-Level Associate Attorney Direct CounselInvestment Funds Mid-Level Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$310,000–$390,000 / yearCompensation: $310,000 – $390,000 base salary (commensurate with experience) Direct Counsel is seeking an Investment Funds Mid-Level Associate to join a top-tier, national law firm with a premier private equity and investment management practice. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of significant experience advising private equity sponsors and institutional investors on fund formation and related matters, preferably gained at a large law firm or, in limited circumstances, in an in-house setting.
NewVenture & Growth Finance Attorney Direct CounselVenture & Growth Finance AttorneyBaltimore, MD$310,000–$365,000 / yearLocations: New York, Reston, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, Wilmington, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Houston, Boston, Austin, Atlanta, Raleigh, Baltimore, Dallas, Palo Alto, Short Hills, Minneapolis, Chicago, Seattle, Philadelphia, Miami, Northfield. Experience representing banks and/or private credit funds in loans to technology, life sciences, or middle-market companies is preferred.
NewAntitrust HSR Associate Attorney Direct CounselAntitrust HSR Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$310,000–$435,000 / yearThe ideal candidate will have substantial experience counseling clients on premerger notification requirements, coordinating HSR filings, and supporting complex domestic and cross-border transactions. 4–8 years of experience handling HSR filings and antitrust counseling in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
NewCyber/Data/Privacy Attorney (Advisory) Direct CounselCyber/Data/Privacy Attorney (Advisory)Washington, DC$310,000–$420,000 / yearThe Cyber/Data/Privacy group works with a wide range of clients—from startups to public companies, including leaders in the technology, life sciences, media, and financial services sectors. Attorneys in this group advise on compliance with U.S. and international privacy laws (such as CCPA, CPRA, and GDPR), information security programs, incident response preparedness and execution, regulatory investigations, and the privacy aspects of corporate and commercial transactions.
NewEnergy & Infrastructure Offtake / PPA Associate Attorney Direct CounselEnergy & Infrastructure Offtake / PPA Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$435,000 / yearJob Description Energy & Infrastructure – Offtake / PPA Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking an Energy & Infrastructure – Offtake / PPA Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Houston, Irvine (Orange County), Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Portland, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Seattle, Silicon Valley (Menlo Park), or Washington, D.C. The team advises developers, sponsors, investors, utilities, and corporate energy buyers on sophisticated renewable energy and energy storage projects, with a particular focus on energy offtake arrangements and power purchase agreements (PPAs).
NewMergers & Acquisitions Attorney Direct CounselMergers & Acquisitions AttorneyWashington, DC$180,000–$315,000 / yearKey Responsibilities: Handle mergers & acquisitions, investments, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions for a diverse client base, including public and private companies, private equity funds, and financial institutions. Job Description Corporate Associate Attorney – Mergers & Acquisitions Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a premier law firm’s Corporate Practice Group.
NewLitigation & Enforcement Associate Attorney Direct CounselLitigation & Enforcement Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$235,000–$310,000 / yearJob Description Litigation & Enforcement Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation & Enforcement Associate Attorney to join the Fintech & Financial Advisory practice of a prestigious Am Law firm in one of the following offices: Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Houston, Irvine (Orange County), Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Portland, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Seattle, Silicon Valley (Menlo Park), or Washington, D.C. The role focuses on representing financial services companies in complex litigation, government investigations, and regulatory enforcement matters involving consumer financial services and payments.
NewNational Security (International Trade) Associate Attorney Direct CounselNational Security (International Trade) Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$365,000–$420,000 / yearLocation: Washington, DC Direct Counsel is representing a leading global law firm seeking a mid-to-senior level Associate Attorney to join its National Security practice group in Washington, DC. Why Apply This is an opportunity to join a highly respected National Security practice handling cutting-edge international trade and regulatory matters for sophisticated global clients.
NewFederal Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney (Electric) Direct CounselFederal Energy Regulatory Associate Attorney (Electric)Washington, DC$310,000–$425,000 / yearThis opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 4+ years of experience advising energy industry clients on matters before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), including regulatory compliance, litigation, rate matters, and transaction-related regulatory issues. Hybrid work environment with access to advanced legal technology, professional development resources, meaningful mentorship, and opportunities to work on sophisticated regulatory and transactional matters within a nationally recognized energy practice.
NewHealth Care Associate Attorney Direct CounselHealth Care Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$210,000–$280,000 / yearDraft, review, and negotiate a variety of health care-related agreements, including provider agreements, vendor contracts, business associate agreements, and related transactional documents. Why Join This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and growing health care practice advising clients on some of the most complex and evolving legal issues facing the health care industry.