ERISA Litigation Associate Attorney (Class Actions & Fiduciary Litigation)
$260k - $365kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking an ERISA Litigation Associate to join a premier litigation practice in Dallas. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with substantive ERISA litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated, high-stakes employee benefits disputes for leading companies and financial institutions.
The ideal candidate will have experience handling ERISA class actions, fiduciary duty claims, excessive fee litigation, and other complex retirement plan disputes involving both defined contribution and defined benefit plans.
Responsibilities- Represent clients in complex ERISA litigation matters
- Handle all phases of ERISA class action litigation
- Defend fiduciaries, plan sponsors, and financial institutions in employee benefits disputes
- Litigate matters involving:
- Fiduciary duty claims
- Excessive fee litigation
- Defined contribution plan disputes
- Defined benefit plan disputes
- Other ERISA-related claims
- Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
- Manage discovery, depositions, and fact development
- Assist with litigation strategy, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
- Collaborate with clients and litigation teams on sophisticated employee benefits matters
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Law school class years 2020–2022
- Substantive ERISA litigation experience
- Experience litigating ERISA class actions
- Familiarity with:
- Fiduciary duty claims
- Excessive fee litigation
- Defined contribution retirement plans
- Defined benefit retirement plans
- Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities
- Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills
- Ability to manage complex litigation matters and multiple deadlines
- Strong academic credentials
- Salary range: $260,000 – $365,000
- Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
- Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Parental leave
- Basic life insurance
- Join a highly regarded ERISA litigation practice
- Handle sophisticated class actions and fiduciary litigation matters
- Work with leading companies and financial institutions
- Gain significant responsibility and direct client exposure
- Collaborate with experienced litigators on complex and high-profile disputes
- Excellent platform for long-term professional growth and development
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the ERISA Litigation Associate Attorney (Class Actions & Fiduciary Litigation) in Dallas, TX vacancy
- ...Job Description Dallas | Hybrid ERISA Litigation Associate Attorney AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation... ...in representing plan sponsors, fiduciaries, employers, financial institutions,... ...Background • Attorneys in law school classes 2020–2024 are encouraged to apply...SuggestedWork at office
$350k
...CLASS ACTION SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY OR COUNSELLABOR & EMPLOYMENT FOCUSLocations: Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX HYBRIDOur client... ...the opportunity to work on innovative and high-stakes litigation with a collaborative team of skilled professionals....SuggestedPart timeiLocatum Recruiting
Dallas, TX1 day ago$260k - $365k
...Dallas-based opportunity to join an ERISA team widely recognized for its counsel... ...law. The practice includes high-stakes class and collective actions under the FLSA, Title VII, ERISA,... ...claims, whistleblower retaliation, and fiduciary liability under ERISA. The group also...SuggestedPart timeRelocationJameson Legal
Dallas, TX1 day ago$235k - $400k
...see what we can achieve. Together.SummaryDLA Piper is seeking a talented writer as a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Product Liability, Mass Torts & Class Actions subgroup, to work with its Class Actions group. This position is a non-partnership track and...SuggestedFull timePart timeWork at officeRelocationRelocation packageDLA Piper
Dallas, TX1 day ago$235k - $400k
...Job Description Job 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...SuggestedWork at officeRemote work$260k
...LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Accounting Defense Practice Group Location: Chicago, IL\ Dallas, TX HYBRID Our client, a global AmLaw 50 law firm ,... ...Competitive Salary: $260,000+ , commensurate with experience and class year. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical,...Work at officeRelocation packageTom Trese
Dallas, TX3 days ago- ...Description Job Description Dallas | Hybrid Privacy Litigation Associate Attorney AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation $260,000 – $420,000... ...clients in cutting-edge privacy, data protection, and class action litigation matters. Ideal Background • 4–6 years of...Work at office
$365k - $420k
...Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Associate to join a premier... ...closely with clients and senior attorneys. Responsibilities Handle... ...law school Law school class years 2018–2020 Strong interest... ...Energy litigation Fiduciary litigation Employment litigation...Flexible hours- Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney | Dallas, TX A respected Dallas litigation boutique is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney... ...larger firms where junior attorneys can feel removed from the action, this close-knit team believes in putting its litigators...
- ...Job Description Job Description Mid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney Location: Dallas, TX Compensation: Competitive,... ...looking to work on high-stakes disputes, enforcement actions, and class action litigation for major financial institutions and...
- ...Description Job Description Dallas | Hybrid Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney AmLaw 100 Opportunity Compensation $235,000 – $345,00... ...-stakes commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement actions, and class action matters. Ideal Background • 3–6 years of...Work at office
- ...Description Dallas | Hybrid Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation $... ...• Attorneys in law school classes 2020–2024 are encouraged to apply •... ...business torts, shareholder disputes, fiduciary duty claims, or other complex commercial...Work at office
- ...skilledLitigationTrialAttorney to join our firm and play an integral role on our growing litigation team. The candidate should be interested in all aspects of the... ...Attending Trial - Includes attending as a second chair attorney and an opportunity to first chair cases at trial. Drafting...Full timeWork at office
Keramidas Law Firm
Richardson, TX3 days ago - Job Overview A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney in Dallas, Irving, TX. The successful candidate will manage a docket of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability, while leading a dedicated support team. Duties Handle pleadings...Immediate startRelocation package
BCG Attorney Search
Irving, TX3 days ago - Overview Lewis Brisbois, a full‑service Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a litigation associate attorney to join its Dallas, TX office. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of matters, including commercial litigation, general civil litigation, and...Work at office
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
Dallas, TX5 days ago - ...The Dallas office of Akerman LLP seeks a Litigation Associate with 2 to 4 years of commercial litigation experience. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to run complex litigation matters. This role offers meaningful...Work at office
Akerman
Dallas, TX5 days ago - ...courtroom experience instead of spending years behind a desk before ever seeing the inside of a courtroom? Our growing litigation firm is seeking a motivated attorney who wants to develop strong litigation and trial skills in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment. This position is...Immediate start
The Law Offices of David W Sheves
Dallas, TX5 days ago - ...Job Overview: A law firm seeks a dedicated and skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team in Texas. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an associate with civil defense litigation experience to handle a variety of complex legal matters. The successful...Full timeWork at office
BCG Attorney Search
Dallas, TX1 day ago - ...Job Overview A law firm seeks a Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney in Dallas, TX. The role involves handling various litigation responsibilities, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and supporting trial preparation. The position offers opportunities...Work at officeLocal area
BCG Attorney Search
Dallas, TX3 days ago $150k - $210k
Litigation Associate Attorney Salary: $150,000 – $210,000 per year Position: Hybrid work schedule. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Life and AD&D insurance Short and long term disability Parental leave Hybrid work schedule Parking provided by firm...Temporary workWork at officeLocal areaJobot
Dallas, TX4 days ago- ...relevant to secured lending, including but not limited to civil litigation, title litigation, and potential bankruptcy matters; drafting... ...respectfully and effectively with borrowers, clients, attorneys, colleagues, and various outside parties. Must be able to work...Work experience placementH1bWork at officeLocal areaRemote workFlexible hoursShift work
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC
Irving, TX3 days ago - ...first 25 applicants Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded... ..., we invite you to apply for our Complex Litigation Associate Attorney position in our Dallas Office. This...Work at officeFlexible hours
Wilson Elser
Dallas, TX3 days ago $100k - $220k
...client is a well-established boutique litigation firm with a state-wide practice. Known... ...Fishkill Founded in 1946, boasting over 30 attorneys who defend against personal injury,... ...achieving the best results for its clients. Associate Benefit Program Health Insurance: 50%...Full timeWork at officeImmediate startRelocationOrion Placement
Syracuse, NY3 days ago$100k - $150k
...& Blanchard, LLP is a growing Dallas-based litigation defense firm that has been representing clients... ...Payne & Blanchard is seeking an attorney with one to ten years of litigation experience. This is a full-time Associate Attorney role located in Dallas, Texas with...Full timeTemporary workWork at officeRemote workRelocationMonday to FridayFlexible hoursPayne & Blanchard, LLP
Dallas, TX3 days ago- Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Austin, Texas. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and engage in all facets of litigation management. Duties Collaborate with partners on case strategy and management...
$260k - $420k
...INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY GLOBAL & CROSS-BORDER EMPLOYMENT FOCUS Multiple locations available...full list found at the... ...landscape . The firm’s collaborative culture, world-class training resources, and commitment to long-term professional...Flexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description Fast-growing firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience in personal injury litigation (Plaintiff or Defense), preferably with some trial experience. We're...Full time
Felipe B. Link & Associates
Dallas, TX21 days ago $260k - $420k
...Job Description:Ashurst Perkins Coie is seeking a mid-level associate with 4-6 years of experience to join our Chambers-ranked Privacy litigation team to work on groundbreaking work for our marquee clients in the tech and retail sectors. This posting is open to the Dallas...Full timePart timeWork at officePerkins Coie
Dallas, TX1 day ago- ...in Houston, Dallas, Galveston, Corpus Christi, New Orleans, Chicago, Boca Raton, and Milwaukee. We are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney (3-5 years of experience) to join our Dallas office. Responsibilities: Handle litigation matters in construction...Work at officeImmediate start
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC
Dallas, TX4 days ago $420k
...grow and reach their full potential.We are seeking a senior-level associate (7-9 years of experience) to join our Chambers-ranked product liability team, defending clients in high-stakes, complex litigation matters of national and international significance, with an...Full timePart timeWorldwidePerkins Coie
Dallas, TX1 day ago
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to ERISA Litigation Associate Attorney (Class Actions & Fiduciary Litigation). Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- commercial litigation associate attorney Dallas, TX
- litigation legal assistant Dallas, TX
- litigation associate attorney Dallas, TX
- remote document review attorney Dallas, TX
- litigation support analyst Dallas, TX
- document review attorney Dallas, TX
- litigation support specialist Dallas, TX
- foreclosure attorney Dallas, TX
- attorney at law Dallas, TX
- litigation attorney Dallas, TX