Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join the Insurance Group within a prominent Business & Commercial Practice. This non-partnership track role is open to attorneys admitted to practice in California, with opportunities available in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, or San Diego.

About the Role:
This position is ideal for attorneys with 4+ years of experience in insurance litigation who are looking to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze coverage issues and draft comprehensive coverage analysis and position letters.
• Investigate cases, draft discovery demands and responses, and prepare motions.
• Litigate coverage and other insurance-related disputes.
• Represent clients during court hearings, mediations, and trials.
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Position: Litigation Associate
Location: Orange County, CA
Practice Group: Litigation

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join the Litigation Department of a highly regarded law firm in Orange County. This position requires a broad-based litigation background, with strong research, analytical, and drafting skills, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and interpersonal abilities. The ideal candidate will have experience arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and preparing cases for trial. Specific experience in commercial litigation, including breach of contract, tortious interference with contract, and breach of fiduciary duty, is required.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years in broad-based litigation.
• Technical Skills: Proven experience in motion practice, depositions,...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of experience to join a leading law firm in Atlanta, GA. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, business torts, and class action defense.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and arguing motions in state and federal courts.
• Handling complex discovery and document review.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Preparing for and assisting in trial preparation, including evidentiary hearings.

Qualifications:

• Georgia Bar required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven experience with litigation matters in a commercial context.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a well-respected law firm in Philadelphia. This associate will be integral in handling complex commercial litigation matters, with responsibilities including drafting pleadings and motions, managing document-intensive cases, and supporting M&A dispute matters. Ideal candidates bring 3-5 years of commercial litigation experience, Pennsylvania Bar admission, and proficiency in managing case workflows and junior attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of litigation, including discovery and trial preparation
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft persuasive legal arguments
• Engage in client communication and consultations to understand case specifics
• Act as a mentor to junior associates, supporting their professional development
• Ensure a high standard of client service, professionalism, and attention to...

Position: Litigation Associate - Junior to Mid-Level
Location: Seattle

Direct Counsel is seeking a junior to mid-level associate with a minimum of two years of experience to join a commercial litigation group in Seattle. Candidates with law firm experience, including responsibilities for pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and arguing motions, are preferred. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are essential. Clerkship and court experience is a plus but not required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing commercial litigation cases.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Engage in depositions and oral arguments.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years’ experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong academic background and exceptional writing skills.
• Ability to advocate effectively in...

Position: Midlevel Commercial Litigation Associate
Location: Los Angeles

Direct counsel is seeking a mid-level commercial litigation associate to join a prominent law firm's commercial litigation group in Los Angeles.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience, preferably with clerkship and law firm experience, including managing cases and drafting pleadings and contested motions (such as motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and class certification briefing). Responsibilities also include taking depositions, propounding written discovery and responses, and arguing motions. Candidates with experience or demonstrated interest in complex litigation, particularly consumer class actions and other business litigation, are preferred. Experience in trademark and trade secret matters will also be considered. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are...

Direct Counsel has partnered with a well-respected boutique Commercial Litigation law firm who is seeking a skilled Jr. Associate Attorney to join their team.

Qualifications:

·         A minimum of 1-year of commercial/civil litigation experience

·         CA Bar License

·         Must have knowledge of state court litigation filings and service procedures

·         Must have Knowledge of civil procedures and legal terminology

·         Strong work ethic

·         Proficiency in WordPerfect, Word, Excel, Legal Solutions and Essential forms would be helpful

·         Knowledge of bankruptcy law is a...