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Litigation Associate - San Francisco

$250k - $370k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a skilled Litigation Associate to join its nationally recognized practice. Positions are available in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Position Overview

This is a premier opportunity for a mid-level associate (3–6 years of experience) to join an elite litigation team handling complex, high-impact matters across multiple industries and disciplines. The firm’s Trial, White Collar, and Investigations group offers exposure to commercial litigation, white collar defense, financial services, consumer protection, healthcare, IP, and data privacy disputes. Associates collaborate with top-tier attorneys across offices and practice groups.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all phases of litigation, from legal research and discovery to depositions, motion practice, and trial prep

  • Draft complaints, motions, briefs, and other pleadings with minimal supervision

  • Participate in witness interviews and conduct/develop deposition strategies

  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored litigation strategies to clients across sectors

  • Handle complex litigation with an emphasis on business and commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, or white-collar defense

Qualifications
  • 3–6 years of litigation experience, preferably including commercial litigation, trial practice, or white collar and investigations

  • Stellar written, verbal, and analytical skills

  • Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school

  • Judicial clerkship experience is a plus

  • Active bar membership in California or New York (based on location)

Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary range: $250,000 – $370,000

  • Compensation will be based on experience, skills, internal equity, and location

  • Additional benefits may include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, discretionary bonuses, and other firm-wide programs

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