Investigations, White Collar & Fraud Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Investigations, White Collar & Fraud Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Los Angeles, California.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 3+ years of experience in white collar defense, government investigations, or regulatory enforcement to join a nationally recognized Investigations, White Collar & Fraud practice. The team represents corporations, executives, and individuals in complex civil and criminal investigations, internal investigations, and regulatory enforcement matters before federal and state agencies.

• Represent corporate and individual clients in civil and criminal investigations.

• Defend clients in federal and state regulatory enforcement matters.

• Conduct internal investigations involving allegations of fraud, misconduct, and regulatory violations.

• Draft legal memoranda, motions, briefs, investigative reports, and other substantive legal documents.

• Conduct witness interviews, manage document reviews, and assist with fact development.

• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, enforcement risk, and investigative strategy.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams on high-profile and sensitive matters.

• Work directly with clients throughout all phases of investigations and enforcement proceedings.

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the California Bar.

• 3+ years of experience in white collar defense, government investigations, regulatory enforcement, or related litigation.

• Experience at a national law firm, as a prosecutor or government enforcement attorney, and/or service as a judicial law clerk is strongly preferred.

• Experience representing clients in civil and criminal investigations and enforcement proceedings.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, drafting, and advocacy skills.

• Outstanding academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated commitment to exceptional client service.

• Salary: $260,000-$310,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Paid time off

  • Annual performance and discretionary bonus eligibility

  • Relocation assistance, where applicable