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Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is Seeking an Associate Attorney to Join a National Public Interest Law Firm

We are seeking an Associate Attorney for a Palo Alto, CA-based role at a highly respected national public interest law firm. This is a unique opportunity to represent plaintiffs in class action lawsuits and individual actions involving securities , ERISA , and consumer-related fraud matters .

Key Responsibilities :

  • Represent plaintiffs in high-impact class actions and individual litigation.
  • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
  • Conduct legal research, manage discovery, and assist with depositions, mediations, and trials.
  • Provide legal counsel and develop claims for clients in various complex matters.
  • Collaborate with and supervise legal assistants in case preparation and strategy.

Qualifications :

  • 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation and / or class action litigation .
  • Clerkship experience or strong interest in securities, ERISA , and consumer protection matters.
  • Licensed in California or eligible for immediate admission.
  • Experience with complex litigation, large-scale discovery, and e-discovery is preferred.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Represent clients in landmark class action cases against some of the most prominent institutions and corporations across the U.S., including top universities such as Harvard, Columbia, and Yale.
  • Collaborate with a dynamic, skilled team on cutting-edge legal issues in public interest law.
  • Competitive salary based on experience (starting at $130,000 up to $180,000), along with benefits and discretionary bonuses.
  • This position is hybrid , with in-office attendance required 3 days per week .

    Salary : $130,000 - $180,000

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