Job Description
Job Title: Litigation Associate
Location: Albany, NY (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 3–5 Years
Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually
Posted: Recently
About the Opportunity:
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Albany office . This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-profile public policy matters with a nationally recognized litigation team.
This role offers direct involvement with clients across industries and frequent engagement with government agencies. The practice focuses on areas such as health care, environmental and energy law, economic development, government procurement, gaming, insurance, and First Amendment law .
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in a range of complex litigation and public policy disputes
Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and responses
Manage discovery processes, including e-discovery and document review
Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
Interact with clients, government agencies, and opposing counsel
Collaborate closely with a high-performing litigation team
Required Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school
Admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar
3–5 years of litigation experience at a law firm or similar setting
Proficiency in pleadings, motion practice, and discovery procedures
Experience managing e-discovery workflows and deadlines
Excellent legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong client service and team collaboration skills
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary range: $150,000 – $180,000 per year
Comprehensive benefits package offered
Opportunity to work on nationally recognized litigation and public policy matters
Application Materials Required:
Resume
Cover Letter
Writing Sample
Unofficial Law School Transcript
Work Environment:
Onsite position based in Albany, NY
Collaborative, high-stakes litigation group with frequent exposure to public agencies and headline-making legal work
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