Complex Litigation Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Complex Litigation Associate Attorney role is hybrid in New York, NY, with a stated base salary range of $310,000–$365,000 per year. Direct Counsel is recruiting for a prestigious Am Law firm whose litigation team handles sophisticated, high-profile commercial disputes. The attorney handles complex matters from inception through resolution, contributing research, written advocacy, discovery management, and trial preparation. The role works with colleagues and clients to advance litigation strategy and may contribute to thought leadership and client development.

What you'll do

• Handle complex litigation from inception through resolution, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, briefs, and pleadings
• oversee document production and discovery
• collaborate with team members and clients on litigation strategy
• contribute to thought leadership through writing, speaking, and client development activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

complex litigation associate attorney

new york ny

direct counsel

$310k–$365k/year

commercial litigation

discovery

motion practice

trial preparation

legal research

new york bar

hybrid

aba-accredited law school

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits package.

Why this role

In-office collaboration approximately 60% of the time; requires a JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school, New York Bar admission or eligibility, and at least four years of complex litigation experience.

About the employer

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