Explore High-Paying Litigation Attorney Jobs

At Ladders, our goal is to connect you with the most lucrative job opportunities in the field of law. We host positions for Litigation Attorneys from top-tier companies that offer salaries of $100,000 and above.

What is a Litigation Attorney?

A Litigation Attorney is a legal professional who represents clients in local, state, and federal courts in different types of lawsuits. They prepare legal documents, conduct research, negotiate settlements, and if necessary, argue cases in court.

Career Growth for Litigation Attorneys

With experience and continuous development, Litigation Attorneys can move up to more senior roles, including Partner at a law firm, Chief Legal Officer, or Judge.

Skills Needed

Key skills include excellent oral and written communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and extensive knowledge of legal procedures.

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$100K - $165K *

Engage in a dynamic legal environment by handling family law matters, drafting essential documents, and appearing in court, while developing your skills through mentorship and collaboration with exper...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $280K *

Empower your legal career by supporting corporate governance, SEC compliance, and strategic transactions for a dynamic public company. Collaborate with executives and manage outside counsel to enhance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team providing essential legal support for high-volume nationwide licensing in financial services. This role involves hands-on collaboration with clients and senior attorneys, ensuring...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $220K *

Take ownership of complex litigation and coverage issues while mentoring future leaders and driving business development in a supportive environment focused on professional growth...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $220K *

Help us strengthen our national and international insurance coverage practice by leveraging your diverse litigation experience and strategic analysis skills. Join a supportive team focused on your pro...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in enhancing estate planning services, fostering client relationships, and mastering complex planning strategies to support individuals and families with diverse financial needs and as...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$134K - $201K *

Transform your career with a dynamic e-discovery project manager role overseeing complex litigation workflows while collaborating with attorneys and clients to implement cutting-edge AI tools and impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing public safety by providing expert legal guidance to the NC State Highway Patrol, addressing key legal matters and supporting personnel in navigating complex r...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $200K *

Champion knowledge management and innovation in asset management, collaborating with teams to enhance AI data verification, develop workflows, and provide training that drives efficiency and insight a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $297K *

Unlock potential by leading patent litigation end-to-end, managing cases independently, and collaborating intensively across legal and business teams to drive strategic execution and support intellect...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $350K *

Pioneer innovative strategies in Labor and Employment law, leading client relationships and managing cases. Leverage your expertise to transform workforce challenges into successful outcomes while mai...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of compliance and governance by providing strategic legal guidance, drafting essential contracts, and resolving complex legal issues to ensure our business operations adhere to regula...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading a high-performing legal team, guiding strategic ITAR and CMMC initiatives, and ensuring company-wide regulatory adherence while advising key stakeholders on com...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by serving as the senior legal authority in ITAR compliance, leading a team to ensure organizational excellence in export control and regulatory strategy while providing expert legal...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of ITAR compliance by leading a talented legal team, providing strategic oversight on export controls, and ensuring enterprise-wide regulatory adherence while driving excellence in le...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic legal team providing exceptional family law services. Work collaboratively with partners to secure successful client outcomes through effective representation, research, and strategic c...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Join a team that's redefining litigation by tackling complex, precedent-setting cases. Collaborate with leading legal minds to navigate intellectual property disputes and high-value commercial litigat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Accelerate your career with early litigation responsibilities in a dynamic team, tackling complex cases across intellectual property and commercial disputes for top tech and life sciences firms...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Litigation team handling complex disputes, providing early-career litigators opportunities for impactful legal work in a collaborative environment with leading ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Join our team to tackle complex litigation in a collaborative environment. Work on intellectual property disputes and high-stakes commercial matters, providing early-career litigators with substantial...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Advance your career by tackling complex litigation alongside leading lawyers. Join a collaborative team handling diverse cases for innovative clients within the technology and life sciences sectors, o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $390K *

Transform your legal career by joining a dynamic litigation team, engaging with complex and innovative cases across technology and life sciences sectors while gaining substantial responsibility from y...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading initiatives that uphold regulatory adherence, risk management, and ethical practices across investment operations. Foster a culture of integrity while mentorin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic Associate role, collaborating on legal and compliance searches, engaging with senior executives to deliver exceptional candidate slates and strategic advisory. Foste...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Manage the recruitment process for senior legal roles, leveraging project management and relationship-building skills to deliver exceptional talent solutions while engaging a diverse set of clients an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the responsibilities of a Litigation Attorney?question toggle

    A Litigation Attorney represents clients in court, advises clients, conducts legal research, prepares legal documents, interacts with opposing attorneys, and negotiates settlements.

  • What type of education do you need to be a Litigation Attorney?question toggle

    You need a Bachelor's degree, a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, and you should pass the Bar Examination in your state.

  • What is the average salary for a Litigation Attorney?question toggle

    Salaries for Litigation Attorneys may vary widely based on experience, location, and the size of the firm or company. On Ladders, we only feature jobs that pay over $100,000.