Research Investigator

Direct Counsel is seeking an entry level Legal Investigative Analyst who will keep up on current events and research, develop, and stay on top of litigation trends for its Santa Monica office.


Key Responsibilities

Analytical and detail-oriented Legal Investigative Analyst conducting intelligence gathering and public records research utilizing PACER, LexisNexis Accurint, and Thomson Reuters CLEAR to perform background checks, asset tracing, and court docket searches. Candidate must have strong writing and verbal skills to present complex findings clearly to legal professionals .


Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates with the characteristics below will thrive in this role:

• Smart, engaging, creative, public-spirited, with a positive growth mindset.

• Excited to work well with diverse teams of attorneys and staff, and also comfortable working individually.

• Enjoy a dynamic environment.

• Detail-oriented.

• Excellent communication and organization skills.

• Excellent PC skills.

• Ability to work proficiently in Word.

• College graduate with a 2- or 4-year degree.

This is an exciting opportunity to obtain exceptional legal experience in the company of some of the most well-regarded attorneys in the country.

If you join our team, you will get to engage in professionally satisfying work because:

• The firm handles "once in a lifetime" cases on a routine basis.

• The level of variety of cases is unparalleled among plaintiffs'-side firms.

• This is a high energy position in a great working environment.

If you join our team, compensation will include:

• Salary Range = $5,000 - $7,000 per month depending on experience.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.

• Participation in a company 401K plan with a discretionary matching policy.

If you join our team, you will join a group that:

• Works as a true team--everyone fighting together for the underdog.

• Has 50 years of success representing people or entities in cases involving only just principles or causes.

• Is an exceptional law practice with nationally well-regarded attorneys.

• Uses an innovative approach to litigate complex matters.

• Is committed to building a diverse and inclusive law firm, striving daily to foster a culture of inclusion and respect, as employees with varied experiences and insights contribute to our offices' richness and vibrancy.