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Direct Counsel

Conflicts Attorney (Remote)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$160K - $220K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join the Risk Management Department of a respected national law firm. This is a fully remote position, offering an opportunity to ...

Direct Counsel

Conflicts Attorney (Remote)

Portland, OR · Remote

$160K - $220K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join the Risk Management Department of a respected national law firm. This is a fully remote position, offering an opportunity to ...

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How much do remote director attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote director attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Director Attorney vs Remote Legal Counsel?

AspectRemote Director Attorney

Required CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission, legal experience

Work EnvironmentLeading legal teams, strategic planning, policy development

Remote Director Attorneys typically hold senior legal leadership roles, overseeing legal departments and strategy. Remote Legal Counsels focus on providing legal advice within specific areas without managerial responsibilities. Both roles require legal credentials and often work remotely, but the Director Attorney has broader leadership duties compared to the more specialized Legal Counsel.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Director Attorneys in managing legal teams and projects from a distance?

Remote Director Attorneys often navigate challenges such as ensuring clear communication across time zones, maintaining team cohesion, and monitoring project progress without in-person oversight. Effective use of collaboration tools, regular virtual check-ins, and clear delegation of tasks are essential to keep legal projects on track. Building trust and fostering a strong team culture remotely requires proactive engagement and transparent leadership. Successfully overcoming these obstacles can lead to highly productive, flexible teams and greater work-life balance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Director Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Director Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor degree, active bar membership, and extensive legal experience in your area of practice. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), secure document management systems, and virtual collaboration platforms is essential. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills set top candidates apart. These abilities ensure effective legal oversight, compliance, and seamless team management in a remote environment.

What is a Remote Director Attorney?

A Remote Director Attorney is a legal professional who oversees and manages legal teams, case strategies, or organizational legal operations from a remote location rather than working on-site. This role typically involves supervising attorneys, providing legal advice, ensuring compliance, and making high-level decisions regarding legal matters for a company or law firm. Remote Director Attorneys leverage technology to communicate, review documents, and collaborate with teams across different locations. This arrangement allows for greater flexibility while maintaining the responsibilities and influence of a director-level legal position.
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Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Contract/Remote)

Direct Counsel

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Contract Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney (Remote)

Direct Counsel is partnering with a well-regarded Los Angeles-based firm seeking a Contract Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney to support their active workers’ comp team. The firm is open to reviewing candidates with any level of experience in Workers Compensation Defense or Insurance Coverage, and the position offers remote flexibility.

Key Requirements:

  • Experience with workers' compensation defense (open to a range of backgrounds)

  • Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills

  • Familiarity with insurance coverage or WC carrier-side work

  • Comfortable working on matters involving a national carrier providing excess reimbursement policies to qualified self-insureds

Responsibilities:

  • Handle legal matters related to workers' compensation defense

  • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis

  • Draft legal documents, including memoranda, motions, and briefs

  • Provide legal counsel to clients

  • Represent clients in hearings and trials, as needed

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree

  • Active California bar admission

  • Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with legal teams

  • Demonstrated interest or experience in workers’ compensation and/or insurance defense