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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$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful litigation strategies while collaborating with clients and experts. Manage diverse cases in a bilingual environment, providing legal counsel in construction, insurance, and professiona...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing practical legal guidance in real estate. You'll manage property-specific legal matters, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive resolutions across the lifecy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of attorneys, ensuring high-quality case development and resolution while mentoring staff and aligning with client interests throughout the litigation proces...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K *

Lead and mentor a team of attorneys, ensuring high-quality case management from intake to trial. Drive strategic discussions, oversee litigation processes, and maintain alignment with client interests...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K *

Manage and mentor a team of attorneys, ensuring high-quality case handling from intake to trial. Oversee legal strategies, client interactions, and litigation processes while fostering professional gr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $160K *

Elevate your legal career by managing complex litigation cases, developing strategies, and mentoring junior attorneys in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Enjoy hands-on experience and growth oppo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in mass tort settlements by managing systems, protocols, and data integrity. Collaborate with attorneys and teams to standardize practices, ensuring quality assurance and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $245K *

Advance your career by leading complex civil litigation cases in California courts. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging your expertise in financial services and commercial disputes while on a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Empower your career by coordinating recruiting efforts and mentoring junior team members. Collaborate with attorneys and industry professionals to enhance the firm's presence while developing foundati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $170K *

Empower clients by representing them in complex wage-and-hour litigation. Collaborate with senior attorneys to conduct research, draft legal documents, and prepare for court appearances, ensuring stro...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $240K *

Empower employers by managing complex workplace disputes and litigation. Collaborate with seasoned practitioners to represent diverse clients, ensuring compliance and effective legal strategies in lab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$202K - $287K *

Transform legal practices by leveraging AI technology to enhance workflows, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative legal products that meet the...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Shape the future of litigation support by providing accurate calendaring services, ensuring compliance with court rules, and collaborating with legal teams to mitigate risk and enhance client service...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Drive your career with a vital role in litigation support, ensuring accurate calendaring and compliance. Collaborate with legal teams to manage deadlines and enhance departmental workflows while deliv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Support our litigation team by ensuring accurate calendaring and compliance with court deadlines. Collaborate with attorneys to provide timely docketing services, enhancing operational efficiency and...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Elevate your career by joining a dedicated team that ensures accurate litigation calendaring and compliance. Collaborate with attorneys to manage deadlines and enhance service delivery while mitigatin...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $125K *

Engage in a dynamic litigation role, collaborating with a Senior Partner on diverse cases. You'll handle depositions, court appearances, and legal research, enhancing your skills in a supportive, reso...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $125K *

Advance your career with a dynamic litigation team, handling diverse cases in casualty defense, premises liability, and environmental liability while collaborating closely with experienced attorneys...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Lead the Conflicts and New Business Intake functions, overseeing team performance, service quality, and process improvements. Collaborate effectively to enhance operational efficiency and ensure ethic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Shape our team's future by optimizing conflicts research and new business intake operations. Lead, mentor, and ensure quality service delivery while implementing innovative processes. Drive performanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Empower a high-performing team by overseeing conflicts and new business intake operations. Manage team development, enhance service quality, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance wi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Manage the Conflicts Researcher and Analyst teams, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with ethical standards. Drive performance metrics, employee development, and innovative process improvem...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Take ownership of the Conflicts and New Business Intake function by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards, driving service excellence, and fostering stron...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Elevate the efficiency of conflicts research and new business intake processes, managing team performance and service quality while driving innovative improvements to meet the Firm's ethical and opera...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Accelerate team success by leading the Conflicts Researcher and Analyst teams, enhancing business intake processes, and driving operational excellence while ensuring compliance with ethical standards...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.