Litigation attorneys represent clients in disputes and guide cases through the legal process, from early investigation and pleadings to negotiation, trial, and appeal. They work in law firms, corporations, government agencies, and other organizations, handling matters that may involve commercial disputes, employment, intellectual property, securities, or personal injury. Browse vetted litigation attorney opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Day-to-day work may include researching legal issues, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions, managing discovery, advising clients, and developing case strategy. Depending on the role, attorneys may negotiate settlements, appear in court, coordinate with expert witnesses, or oversee outside counsel. Responsibilities vary by practice area, employer, seniority, and jurisdiction.
Litigation attorney positions generally require a law degree, admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction, and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Employers also value persuasive advocacy, sound judgment, negotiation, project management, and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly. Relevant litigation experience and subject-matter expertise can be important for specialized or senior roles.
Litigation attorneys may build careers at boutique or full-service law firms, serve as in-house counsel managing disputes, or work in public-sector and nonprofit legal organizations. With experience, they may advance to senior counsel, partner, litigation practice leader, or general counsel roles. Opportunities and compensation depend on factors such as location, practice area, employer, and experience.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then identify roles that align with your litigation background and career goals.
$90K - $110K *
Optimize litigation processes by accurately docketing critical dates and deadlines, ensuring compliance with court rules across jurisdictions, and maintaining the integrity of the firm's docketing sys...
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$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate litigation docketing through effective software use, critical date calculations, and collaboration with legal professionals to maintain the integrity...
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$90K - $110K *
Optimize your career by managing litigation docketing processes, ensuring accuracy in critical dates and deadlines, and collaborating with legal teams to uphold the integrity of case information in a...
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$90K - $110K *
Engage in critical litigation docketing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules. Collaborate with legal teams to manage deadlines and maintain system integrity, while providing es...
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Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment
$130K - $185K *
Engage in diverse labor and employment matters, providing legal counsel and representation. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to navigate complex workplace issues, ensuring compliance with state...
3 weeks ago
$84K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing legal services to clients through direct representation, advocacy, and educational workshops, while fostering a compassionate approach to criminal justice ref...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Lead and develop a team of claims handlers, managing general liability cases while ensuring compliance and promoting optimal performance within a dynamic environment...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Optimize general liability claims management by leading a team of litigious experts. Drive performance through coaching, investigations, and settlement processes while ensuring adherence to corporate...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Lead a dynamic team of General Liability Litigation Claim Handlers, driving optimal performance, resolving complex claims, and fostering professional growth while ensuring compliance with settlement p...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Lead the charge in managing a skilled team of claim handlers, driving effective claim resolution and fostering staff development while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and optimizing organi...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Lead the charge in guiding a specialized team handling General Liability claims. Cultivate a high-performance culture through training and development, while ensuring claim investigations and settleme...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Lead a team of General Liability Claim Handlers to resolve coverage, risk transfer, liability, and settlement issues, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines while fostering staff development an...
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General Liability Litigation Team Leader - Western
$86K - $129K *
Shape the future of claims management by leading a team dedicated to resolving general liability issues while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and fostering professional growth among staff...
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Managing Attorney Civil Division 2026-02461
$112K - $124K *
Lead the charge in high-stakes legal counsel for state agencies, managing a team of attorneys and overseeing complex litigation. Collaborate closely with agency leaders to shape impactful legal strate...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support across various sectors. You'll engage in due diligence, contract reviews, and corporate governance, ensuring compliance and fosteri...
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$160K - $200K *
Help us shape the future of our organization by leading operational excellence, developing systems, and building a strong leadership team to drive substantial growth and independence from daily founde...
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Regional Administrative Manager
$80K - $95K *
Champion a dynamic team that drives administrative excellence across regions, enhancing support for attorneys and professionals while fostering development and operational efficiency in a collaborativ...
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Deputy Prosecuting Attorney/Experienced Torts Litigator (County Attorney 4)
$137K - $177K *
Join a team that's dedicated to trauma-informed legal support in juvenile sexual assault cases. Collaborate with seasoned professionals to provide comprehensive litigation and advisory services while...
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Entry Level - Insurance Defense Attorney - Bodily Injury
$149K - $164K *
Champion your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on motor vehicle insurance defense litigation. Handle cases from inception to resolution, collaborating with clients and partners to achiev...
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Entry Level - Insurance Defense Attorney - Bodily Injury
$98K - $108K *
Advance your legal career by providing expert representation in motor vehicle insurance defense litigation, managing cases from inception to resolution while collaborating with clients and claims part...
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$206K - $282K *
Drive impactful legal support by advising business clients on diverse legal matters, drafting and negotiating contracts, and fostering relationships across teams to align legal strategies with company...
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Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel
$272K - $340K *
Champion legal excellence by guiding corporate governance, compliance, and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex transactions and ensure organizational integrity while lea...
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$85K - $102K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional client service in estate planning and trust administration. Leverage your expertise in a collaborative environment while managing client relations...
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$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of diverse legal operations, supporting aircraft transactions and corporate governance. Collaborate with teams to manage agreements and maintain records, ensuring compliance and efficie...
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Insurance Defense Attorney - Bodily Injury
$147K - $161K *
Unlock your potential as you manage complex insurance defense litigation, providing expert legal representation and strategic counsel while collaborating with clients and partners to achieve favorable...
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What does a litigation attorney do?
A litigation attorney represents clients in legal disputes. The work can include case investigation, legal research, drafting court documents, discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, trial appearances, and appeals.
What qualifications do litigation attorney jobs typically require?
Most roles require a law degree and an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction. Employers commonly seek strong legal writing, research, analysis, advocacy, and communication skills; experience requirements vary by position.
Where do litigation attorneys work?
Litigation attorneys work at law firms, in corporate legal departments, for government agencies, and at nonprofit organizations. Their work may focus on areas such as commercial, employment, intellectual property, or securities litigation.
What affects litigation attorney salaries?
Compensation can vary based on location, employer type, practice area, years of experience, seniority, and the complexity of the work. Review individual job listings for salary information and role-specific details.
How can I find litigation attorney jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Ladders for vetted professional litigation attorney openings and review listings for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities to find roles that fit your experience.