Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Locations: Atlanta, GA | Dallas, TX | Washington, DC
Salary: $260,000–$390,000 (Washington, DC salary range; compensation for other locations will be commensurate with experience.)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join a prestigious global law firm'snationally recognized Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate with 4–6 years of complex litigation experience who is interested in sophisticated commercial litigation with a focus on insurance coverage disputes, coverage analysis, and high-stakes litigation.

The successful candidate will work alongside nationally recognized litigators representing clients in complex disputes while gaining significant responsibility, client interaction, and courtroom experience.

• Represent clients in complex commercial litigation matters from case inception through trial and appeal, as applicable.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, case evaluations, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare analytical memoranda.
• Manage all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document review, depositions, and expert coordination.
• Draft insurance coverage opinions and analyze complex coverage disputes.
• Advise clients on insurance coverage issues, extra-contractual claims, and litigation strategy.
• Work directly with clients, witnesses, experts, opposing counsel, and courts throughout all stages of litigation.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on sophisticated, high-profile litigation matters.

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active bar admission and good standing in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.
• 4–6 years of complex commercial litigation experience at a law firm.
• Experience with insurance coverage litigation is strongly preferred; candidates with substantial complex litigation experience and a genuine interest in insurance coverage matters are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated interest in emerging risks involving insurance, environmental matters, and products liability litigation.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, oral advocacy, and case management skills.
• Strong client relationship and communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously.
• Federal District Court or Court of Appeals clerkship experience is a plus.

• Competitive compensation, including a Washington, DC salary range of $260,000–$390,000, with compensation in other locations based on experience and market.
• Eligibility for discretionary performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k).
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized litigators on sophisticated commercial and insurance coverage disputes with outstanding opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career advancement.