Business Litigation Associate Attorney Am Law 100

Job Description

Job Description

Business Litigation Associate Attorney – Am Law 100

Direct Counsel is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience to join a leading Am Law 100 law firm and its highly regarded Business Litigation practice.

Location

Boston, MA

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling complex commercial litigation , with additional experience in shareholder disputes, white collar matters, and internal investigations. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-level matters while collaborating with and overseeing junior attorneys and business professionals.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters.
• Handle shareholder disputes and other high-stakes business disputes.
• Assist with white collar matters and internal investigations .
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Manage project-based assignments and multiple high-priority matters simultaneously.
• Work closely with senior attorneys and clients on sophisticated litigation matters.
• Oversee and mentor junior associates and business professionals.
• Maintain consistently high-quality work product while managing competing deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to develop effective strategies and practical solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of significant litigation experience at a comparable law firm.
• Strong background in complex commercial litigation .
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Shareholder disputes
  • White collar matters
  • Internal investigations
• Proven ability to manage project-based assignments and multiple sophisticated matters.
• Experience working with and overseeing junior associates and business professionals.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong judgment and attention to detail.
• High level of academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in Massachusetts, or eligibility for admission, required.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $365,000–$420,000 annually , depending on geographic location, applicable experience, skill set, and other relevant factors.

Application Requirements

Candidates should be prepared to submit a resume and customary application materials .