Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Irvine, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. Direct Counsel is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm handling high-stakes, complex disputes for leading global clients. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside top-tier litigators on sophisticated matters spanning multiple industries and jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities: Support trial teams in all phases of complex commercial litigation. Draft dispositive and discovery motions, pleadings, and other filings. Assist with depositions, discovery management, and case strategy. Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on large-scale litigation matters. Qualifications: J.D. from a top law school with a strong academic record. 4–7 years of commercial litigation experience at a leading Am Law firm. Federal clerkship and/or law journal experience strongly preferred. Admitted to practice law and in good standing in the jurisdiction of the office where hired. Compensation: The expected annual salary range is $310,000–$435,000 , commensurate with experience and location. If you’re an ambitious litigator seeking to work on complex, high-profile matters with a nationally recognized firm, we encourage you to apply through Direct Counsel.

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