Associate Attorney

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Contract Litigation Attorney for Top International Law Firm

Direct 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. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex disputes in a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.

Base pay range

$60.00/yr - $70.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with general litigation matters , including motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda
• Support discovery efforts , including document review, deposition preparation, and privilege analysis
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple jurisdictions, including an international team based in South America
• Provide strategic case analysis on evolving legal issues
• Summarizing, analyzing documents and readouts
• Work with one of the firm’s most prestigious clients

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 2-4 years of general litigation experience in a law firm or in-house setting
• Interest in Data Privacy
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience handling discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
• Italian speaking a PLUS
• Spanish speaking a PLUS

Why This Role?

• Gain hands‑on experience with high‑profile, complex litigation matters
• Work with top-tier attorneys at a globally recognized law firm
• Opportunity for a long-term engagement with ongoing opportunities

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services

If you're interested in this opportunity, apply today to learn more!