NewSenior Civil Litigation Career Associate Attorney Direct CounselSenior Civil Litigation Career Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$210,000–$275,000 / yearJob Description Senior Litigation Career Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Senior Litigation Career Associate Attorney to join the Strategic Advisory & Government Enforcement 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. This is a long-term, non-partnership-track Career Associate position designed for attorneys seeking sophisticated litigation work, meaningful client responsibility, and a sustainable work-life balance while continuing to practice at the highest level.
NewIP Litigation Associate Attorney - D.C. Direct CounselIP Litigation Associate Attorney - D.C.Washington, DCThe firm’s Litigation & Trial Department is seeking a skilled and highly qualified associate with at least 3 years of patent litigation experience to support its rapidly growing Intellectual Property Litigation practice. Positions are available in the following offices: Austin, Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Washington D.C. Position: Associate – IP Litigation.
NewComplex Litigation & Dispute Resolution Associate Attorney Direct CounselComplex Litigation & Dispute Resolution Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$390,000 / yearJob Description Complex Litigation Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Complex Litigation 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 represents clients in sophisticated, high-stakes disputes across a variety of industries, including technology, financial services, life sciences, and energy, handling matters from initial case strategy through trial.
NewSenior Attorney Litigation (Class Actions) Direct CounselSenior Attorney Litigation (Class Actions)Reston, VA$235,000–$400,000 / yearJob Description Senior Attorney – Litigation (Class Actions) Location: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Northfield, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Reston, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Short Hills, Washington, DC, Wilmington (Hybrid). About the Opportunity Direct Counsel is seeking a Senior Attorney – Litigation (Class Actions) to join a leading international law firm’s Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions practice.
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.
NewEnvironmental Litigation & Mass Tort Associate Attorney Direct CounselEnvironmental Litigation & Mass Tort Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$420,000 / yearJob Description Direct Counsel is seeking an Environmental Litigation Associate to join a premier Environmental Litigation and Mass Tort practice in Washington, D.C. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated environmental enforcement actions, regulatory disputes, and high-profile litigation matters involving complex federal environmental laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience handling environmental litigation matters, a strong understanding of environmental and administrative law, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and government enforcement actions.
NewIP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) Talent Search PROIP Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)Washington, DC$225,000–$390,000 / yearLocation: Austin, Texas, New York, New York, Palo Alto, California, San Diego, California, San Francisco, California, Washington, District of Columbia, Seattle, Washington, Los Angeles, California, Boston, Massachusetts Hybrid work policy: 3 days in-office (4 days in Austin, TX office) About this role We are looking for an IP Litigation Associate with 1-6 years of experience to join Morrison & Foerster's powerhouse patent litigation practice. Undergraduate degree in hard sciences — computer science, physics, math, electrical engineering, or life sciences strongly preferred (PhD in a relevant field is a major plus).
NewOf Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required) Direct CounselOf Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)Reston, VA$400,000–$500,000 / yearLocations: Atlanta, Georgia; Austin, Texas; Baltimore, Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; Miami, Florida; New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Phoenix, Arizona; Raleigh, North Carolina; Reston, Virginia; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington; Short Hills, New Jersey; Washington, DC; Wilmington, Delaware. Direct Counsel is partnering with a leading Am Law firm to identify an experienced Of Counsel attorney to join its Litigation practice, with a focus on high-stakes product liability matters involving pharmaceutical and medical device clients.
NewContract Litigation Attorney Direct CounselContract Litigation AttorneyWashington, DCDirect Counsel is seeking a contract litigation attorney to join a top international law firm in handling high-profile litigation matters for a major technology company. Collaborate with attorneys across multiple jurisdictions, including an international team based in South America.
NewIntellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselIntellectual Property Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$260,000–$365,000 / yearThis is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 3–5 years of intellectual property litigation experience to join a nationally recognized IP Litigation practice representing clients in complex patent and technology disputes across a wide range of industries. Job Description Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking an IP Litigation Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm in Washington, D.C. , Los Angeles, California , or San Francisco, California .
NewPatent Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselPatent Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$225,000–$365,000 / yearJob Description Patent Litigation Associate Attorney Locations: Austin, Texas; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Palo Alto, California; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington; Washington, DC. This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented litigation associate to work on high-profile patent and trade secret disputes for leading clients across the technology, life sciences, and consumer products industries.
NewAssociate Attorney Intellectual Property (Trademark, Copyright & AI Litigation) Direct CounselAssociate Attorney Intellectual Property (Trademark, Copyright & AI Litigation)Washington, DC$235,000–$310,000 / yearJob Description Associate Attorney – Intellectual Property (Trademark, Copyright & AI Litigation) Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate Attorney to join a prestigious international law firm with a nationally recognized intellectual property and technology litigation practice. The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge litigation involving emerging technologies, including generative AI, while representing innovative companies and globally recognized brands.
NewLabor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselLabor & Employment Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$310,000–$435,000 / yearJob Description Direct Counsel is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join a premier employer-side Labor & Employment practice in Washington, D.C. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated employment litigation matters, including high-stakes class actions, representative actions, workplace investigations, and employment counseling. The ideal candidate will have strong employment litigation experience, exceptional writing skills, and a desire to take on meaningful responsibility while working closely with clients on complex workplace issues.
NewTechnology & Intellectual Property Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselTechnology & Intellectual Property Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$225,000–$330,000 / yearThe successful candidate will work closely with experienced IP litigators on high-stakes disputes in federal courts, before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), and in Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings. The practice represents market-leading technology companies and startups across industries including semiconductors, telecommunications, medical devices, software, fintech, and biotechnology.
NewIntellectual Property & Technology Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselIntellectual Property & Technology Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$265,000–$420,000 / yearAbout the Role The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized Intellectual Property & Technology practice representing clients in high-stakes patent and technology litigation before federal courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 4–7 years of patent litigation experience to work on sophisticated intellectual property disputes involving patents, trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition, and related technology matters.
NewSecurities Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselSecurities Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$310,000–$445,000 / yearAssociates gain hands-on experience early, working directly with top trial and investigative attorneys on matters that frequently influence national headlines and regulatory landscapes. The team represents Fortune 100 companies , global technology innovators, and leading life sciences organizations in matters including: Securities class actions .
NewLitigation Associate (Securities)- D.C Direct CounselLitigation Associate (Securities)- D.CWashington, DCThe firm serves high-profile clients across industries, offering deep expertise in securities law and representing clients in major financial and business hubs across the U.S. This role is ideal for an associate looking to work on complex and high-impact securities matters. Experience Level: Minimum 2 Years Position Summary Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 law firm seeking a Securities Litigation Associate to join its national litigation team.
NewPrivacy & Digital Risk Litigation Associate Attorney Direct CounselPrivacy & Digital Risk Litigation Associate AttorneyWashington, DC$235,000–$245,000 / yearThe ideal candidate will have experience in civil, criminal, class action, or regulatory litigation and a strong interest in handling sophisticated matters involving cybersecurity incidents, digital privacy, cybercrime, online speech, regulatory investigations, and complex commercial disputes. Attorneys receive meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, mentorship from nationally recognized practitioners, and the opportunity to build a sophisticated practice at the forefront of emerging legal issues.
NewBusiness Litigation Associate - D.C. Direct CounselBusiness Litigation Associate - D.C.Washington, DC$240,000–$265,000 / yearThis opportunity is ideal for a fifth-year associate (Class of 2021) or an attorney with up to five years of litigation experience who is interested in handling sophisticated business disputes and white-collar matters within a nationally recognized litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in complex commercial litigation, white collar defense, telecommunications litigation, privacy litigation, or related areas, along with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
NewContract Litigation Attorney Top International Law Firm (Italian Bilingual) Direct CounselContract Litigation Attorney Top International Law Firm (Italian Bilingual)Washington, DCDirect Counsel is seeking a contract litigation attorney to join a top international law firm in handling high-profile litigation matters for a major technology company. Collaborate with attorneys across multiple jurisdictions, including an international team based in South America.