Litigation Associate Jobs

Explore Litigation Associate opportunities with law firms and organizations seeking attorneys to support complex disputes and courtroom matters. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced legal professionals find roles that align with their skills, experience, and career goals.

What Does a Litigation Associate Do?

Litigation Associates help manage cases from early investigation through trial and, in some roles, appeal. Responsibilities may include legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, preparing discovery, taking or defending depositions, coordinating with clients and witnesses, and assisting with hearings and trial preparation. The precise scope varies by practice area, firm size, seniority, and jurisdiction.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction, and strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills. Associates may also need experience with case management, discovery, negotiations, and client communication. Some positions focus on specific areas such as commercial disputes, employment, intellectual property, securities, or insurance litigation.

Litigation Associate Career Opportunities

Litigation Associates can build expertise in a particular practice area, take on greater responsibility for case strategy and client relationships, and pursue advancement to senior associate, counsel, or partner roles. Opportunities also exist in corporate legal departments, government, and other organizations, depending on an attorney’s background and interests.

Find Litigation Associate Jobs on Ladders

Browse Litigation Associate jobs on Ladders to discover vetted openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that match your legal experience and professional ambitions.

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$110K *

Take ownership of complex mortgage loan evaluations, ensuring compliance with guidelines while assessing borrower risk. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to facilitate loan approvals and mai...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $110K *

Manage the procurement lifecycle by partnering with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with vendors, and oversee supplier relationships, driving strategic procurement practices in...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $88K *

Transform the claims process by analyzing Lost-Time Workers Compensation claims, ensuring timely resolutions while delivering exceptional service to clients across various industries. Join a dynamic t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-quality legal advice and support to state agencies. Collaborate with diverse clients on complex legal issues while fostering a professional and inclusive...

Olympia, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$71K - $119K *

Drive customer success by leveraging expertise in intellectual property solutions, enhancing product adoption, and delivering exceptional experiences through strategic engagement and training initiati...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $155K *

Analyze complex commercial claims, ensuring thorough investigations and effective resolutions. Collaborate with internal and external parties to manage litigated and non-litigated claims, leveraging s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $282K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage clinical expertise in managed care, enhancing access to Neurocrine products. Collaborate with stakeholders, deliver impactful presentations, and drive strategic initiat...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing and executing impactful paid social media campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies, leveraging analytics to maximize reach and ROI wh...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Lead the legal strategy for a fast-growing stablecoin business, negotiating complex agreements and advising on commercial issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale products and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Drive Corporate Relations revenue growth by leading strategic partnerships and a high-performing team. Cultivate executive relationships, manage multi-million-dollar targets, and align market strategi...

Alameda, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $125K *

Join our team to manage transfer pricing engagements, analyze financial data, and communicate with clients. You'll lead projects from inception to delivery, ensuring compliance and accuracy while coll...

Fargo, NDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$141K - $234K *

Shape the future of privacy and AI governance by providing expert legal guidance on compliance with evolving regulations, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance governance programs, and ensuring...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Optimize customer relationships by driving RQI portfolio adoption and renewals. Achieve new order targets while ensuring customer account health through consultative methodologies and relationship bui...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $137K *

Lead the charge in crafting customer-centric marketing strategies that drive product adoption and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful campaigns and insights, ensur...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $190K *

Empower innovation at the intersection of technology and law. Guide product, engineering, and compliance teams in navigating regulatory landscapes and mitigating risks related to AI and machine learni...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining business immigration law with AI tools. As a key attorney, you'll manage cases, consult clients, and innovate practices alongside seasoned experts, shaping the future of...

Fresno, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Empower your career by managing immigration cases end-to-end, collaborating with a seasoned attorney, and shaping innovative legal practices using AI technology in a dynamic startup environment...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative immigration solutions by managing cases end-to-end, conducting client consultations, and shaping practice strategies alongside seasoned experts in a dynamic, AI-driven environment...

Bakersfield, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Elevate your career by managing business immigration cases end-to-end, conducting client consultations, and shaping innovative legal strategies alongside seasoned professionals in a dynamic startup en...

Mobile, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Accelerate audit excellence by managing financial and operational audits, ensuring efficiency and compliance while fostering continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to deliver high-quali...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a lien negotiation function, overseeing complex medical lien resolutions while driving team performance and compliance to maximize client recoveries and stream...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by building and managing relationships with financial advisors to drive sales of investment products. Utilize your expertise to develop strategic plans and collaborate with interna...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of impactful projects, designing and implementing robust backend systems with a high-performing team. Collaborate, innovate, and contribute to a culture of speed, quality, and continuou...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $204K *

Champion legal excellence by advising on commercial agreements, enhancing workflows, and managing risks across diverse business functions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive efficie...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $125K *

Transform regulatory insights into actionable strategies by analyzing national and state legislative activities. Collaborate with legal and business teams to ensure compliance and support effective de...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Litigation Associate do?question toggle

    A Litigation Associate supports legal disputes by conducting research, drafting court documents, managing discovery, communicating with clients, and helping prepare for depositions, hearings, and trials. Duties vary by employer and practice area.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Litigation Associate jobs?question toggle

    Most positions require a law degree and an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction. Employers may also look for litigation experience, excellent research and writing skills, and familiarity with discovery and case management.

  • What practice areas can Litigation Associates work in?question toggle

    Litigation Associates may work in areas such as commercial, employment, intellectual property, securities, insurance, or product liability disputes. Available specialties depend on the employer and its practice.

  • How can Litigation Associates advance their careers?question toggle

    Associates can deepen their expertise, take on more responsibility for case strategy and client relationships, and pursue advancement to senior associate, counsel, or partner. Some attorneys move into in-house, government, or other legal roles.

  • What salary range can I expect for Litigation Associate jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation for Litigation Associate roles varies based on location, experience, practice area, employer, and other factors.