What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Counsel Attorney position at Direct Counsel?
Litigation Counsel
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
Salary : $175,000 - $230,000