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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$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a partner implementation ecosystem, overseeing managers and ensuring high-quality delivery for finance software implementations. Drive team development and part...

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$210K - $250K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$211K - $285K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $270K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $189K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $98K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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.