Investigations & White Collar Defense Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Investigations & White Collar Defense Associate Attorney role is listed in New York, NY or Washington, DC; the stated annual salary range is $260,000–$365,000. Direct Counsel is recruiting for a leading international law firm whose team represents companies and executives in government investigations, enforcement matters, and regulatory proceedings. The associate conducts investigations and supports defense and enforcement matters through research, writing, interviews, discovery, and case strategy. The role contributes to client representation in complex, multi-jurisdictional matters involving government agencies and regulatory issues.

What you'll do

• Conduct corporate investigations and respond to government enforcement inquiries
• draft briefs, whitepapers, presentations, and correspondence
• conduct witness interviews and depositions
• manage e-discovery
• develop and synthesize factual records
• assist with case strategy, advocacy, and matter management
• collaborate with attorneys and clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

investigations attorney

white collar defense

associate attorney

new york ny

washington dc

direct counsel

government investigations

doj

sec

e-discovery

$260k–$365k per year

3–5 years experience

bar membership

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• parental and family benefits
• backup child and elder care
• HSA and FSA
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• wellness program
• flexible time away
• paid bar registration and professional association fees
• pro bono opportunities
• matching gift programs.

Why this role

Requires 3–5 years of relevant investigations, white collar defense, or government enforcement experience and active membership in the New York or Washington, DC bar. The posting lists both New York and Washington, DC locations.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.