General Litigation Associate Attorney – Commercial & Consumer Disputes | Washington, D

Overview

A litigation-forward firm is seeking a General Litigation Associate Attorney in Washington, DC to support high-stakes commercial and consumer disputes. Get hands-on responsibility early, work closely with elite litigators, and build serious courtroom and strategy experience.

Elite litigators wanted!!! If you were a prominent figure in DC wanting the best litigation attorney in town, this is the firm you would call. It is also extremely well connected with the higher ups in some of the nation's most exciting corporations. And this firm never forgets that they are delivering their work product to the most demanding and exacting CEO's in the world.

Precise and uniformly excellent in everything they do, the lawyers at this firm are used to accomplishment. Although not necessarily a firm that is on the tip of everyone's tongue because of its discreet, publicity-shirking approach to the representation of clients, the law firm has made a name for itself among the technology sector in particular. Associates rave about their involvement in highly sophisticated, often fairly sexy corporate disputes.

Attorneys here gain extensive hands on expeirence from day one and earn salaries that are the envy of their peers at other firms.

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a General Litigation Associate in Washington, DC. This role is designed for an attorney who wants to sharpen core litigation skills while supporting sophisticated matters that move fast and demand high-quality work product. The team handles a broad mix of commercial litigation and consumer litigation, often for highly sophisticated clients, with associates gaining meaningful exposure to strategy, research, drafting, and trial preparation.

This is a strong fit for candidates looking for Washington, DC legal jobs where they can work on complex disputes, contribute directly to case direction, and develop as a well-rounded Litigation Associate Attorney. The environment emphasizes precision, professionalism, and real responsibility—ideal for attorneys who thrive in demanding settings and want a clear growth path.

This opportunity is actively interviewing and positions like this rarely open at the associate level.

• In this role, the Civil Litigation Associate will:
• Assist in preparing pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex issues
• Support senior attorneys with case strategy and litigation planning
• Participate in client meetings, internal strategy sessions, and case updates
• Help manage discovery preparation and related litigation tasks
• Contribute to trial preparation, including exhibit organization and witness support
• Coordinate deadlines, filings, and litigation calendars to ensure timely execution
• Provide reliable support across a wide range of commercial and consumer litigation matters
• This is a true law firm litigation associate role—ideal for building advanced litigation skills quickly.

Required

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction (or eligibility to obtain promptly)

Preferred

• Prior civil litigation experience (commercial, consumer, or general litigation)
• Experience with motion practice, drafting, and court filings
• Interest in high-expectation environments with sophisticated disputes

• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment
• Clear, persuasive writing and comfort with complex issues
• Proactive ownership of assignments and consistent follow-through
• Ability to adapt quickly in fast-moving litigation
• Team-first attitude with the confidence to take responsibility

This role offers the chance to learn directly from a team known for delivering highly polished work product in demanding matters. Associates gain meaningful exposure early and are trusted with substantive assignments. The practice environment rewards strong performance, precision, and commitment to quality.

Attorneys who succeed in this setting tend to be ambitious,…