Civil Litigation Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel
Los Angeles, CA · $200k a year · Posted November 4, 2026
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About the job
...Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney Associate to join a highly regarded law firm specializing in subrogation and civil litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator with 4+ years of experience seeking substantive case...