Litigation Career Associate Attorney

Litigation Career Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Career Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in New York City .
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 7+ years of complex civil litigation experience to join a highly regarded Litigation practice. This is a long-term, non-partnership-track Career Associate position designed for attorneys seeking sophisticated litigation work, meaningful client engagement, and a sustainable work-life balance while continuing to build their legal careers.
Responsibilities

• Support all phases of complex civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Manage discovery, including document review, e-discovery, and production.
• Assist with deposition preparation, witness preparation, and trial preparation.
• Coordinate case strategy and litigation workflow while managing multiple matters simultaneously.
• Collaborate closely with litigation teams to deliver practical, high-quality legal solutions.
• Maintain strong organization and attention to detail while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the applicable state bar.
• 7+ years of complex civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and other substantive litigation filings.
• Experience managing discovery, including e-discovery.
• Strong case management and project management skills.
• Experience supporting depositions and trial preparation.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Writing sample required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $150,000-$234,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Mental health and wellness programs
  • Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Industry-leading parental leave
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid holidays
  • Annual discretionary performance bonus eligibility