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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$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...

Washington, DCRemote

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer client relations by driving growth and retention through strategic account management, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring service excellence to meet and exceed business objectives...

CanadaRemote

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$274K - $371K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

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$225K - $250K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $166K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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$255K - $310K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$221K - $387K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $262K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

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Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead complex contract strategy and execution, enhancing scalable systems to support sales and growth. Collaborate across teams to align contracts with business needs while addressing immediate challen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $366K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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Mesa, AZRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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St. Louis, MORemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.