Litigation Counsel Attorney

California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, or Sacramento)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Litigation Counsel to join a highly regarded mid-sized law firm with a sophisticated litigation platform across California.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior attorney with 8 years of litigation experience to handle complex, high-impact matters involving constitutional rights, real estate disputes, and business torts. The role offers significant autonomy, substantive motion practice, and the opportunity to take ownership of multiple major matters in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in state and federal court litigation, particularly briefing and motion practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting briefs, dispositive motions, and complex written advocacy
• Handling litigation involving:
  • Constitutional rights
  • Real estate disputes
  • Business torts
• Managing matters in state and federal courts
• Developing case strategy and taking ownership of multiple substantial projects
• Supporting hearings, oral arguments, and trial preparation
• Working closely with clients and internal teams on litigation risk and dispute resolution strategy

Qualifications

• 8 years of litigation experience
• Significant experience drafting:
  • Briefs
  • Wide-ranging motions
  • Complex court filings
• Strong background in state and federal court practice
• Experience with constitutional rights, real estate, or business tort litigation
• Hearing and trial experience preferred
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to independently manage significant litigation matters
• California Bar admission required

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $175,000 – $230,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

This is a counsel-level, non-partnership-track role offering:

• Hybrid work flexibility
• A collegial and collaborative team environment
• Sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters
• Long-term stability within a respected litigation practice