Visiting Attorney

New York, NY Open
Direct Counsel is looking for Visiting Attorney in New York, NY. This local job opportunity with ID 3705932302 is live since 2026-06-08 23:09:43.

Visiting Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Visiting Attorney to join a premier international law firm in New York. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking exposure to sophisticated legal matters while working alongside leading practitioners in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

The Visiting Attorney role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-level legal work across a variety of practice areas, supporting complex matters for major corporate, financial, and institutional clients.

Responsibilities
  • Support attorneys and legal teams on complex client matters
  • Conduct legal research and analysis
  • Draft memoranda, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents
  • Assist with due diligence, case management, and transaction support
  • Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups
  • Participate in client-facing matters and strategic legal projects
  • Manage assignments efficiently while maintaining high-quality work product
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Professionalism, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to teamwork
  • Prior law firm, judicial clerkship, government, or in-house experience is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $225,000
  • Compensation may vary based on qualifications and other operational considerations
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
  • Eligibility for discretionary performance-based bonuses
Why This Opportunity
  • Gain experience within a premier international law firm
  • Work alongside highly regarded attorneys on sophisticated legal matters
  • Exposure to complex and high-profile client engagements
  • Collaborative and professional work environment
  • Excellent opportunity to expand legal skills and professional network

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

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