Litigation Attorney Jobs

A Litigation Attorney, also known as a Trial Lawyer, represents plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation process from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal. Their job involves extensive research, drafting legal documents, negotiation, and presenting cases in court. Litigation Attorneys play a critical role in the legal industry, as they not only represent individuals in disputes but also protect the legal rights of businesses and corporations.

Important skills for a Litigation Attorney include strong analytical ability, excellent communication skills, a high degree of professionalism, and the capacity to handle large amounts of information. They should also be adaptable, as they need to devise the best strategic approach for each case. To become a Litigation Attorney, one must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and must have passed the state bar examination. Prior to becoming a Litigation Attorney, an individual may have served roles as a Legal Intern, Junior Lawyer, or a Legal Associate, where they gain exposure to various aspects of the law and legal practice.

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Goldberg, Miller & Rubin

Civil Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

We Are Looking For: A proactive professional who is a member of the Pennsylvania/NewJersey Bar with at least 2 years of experience in insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice...

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Goldberg, Miller & Rubin

Civil Litigation Attorney

Join The Dynamic Team at Goldberg Miller & Rubin – Where Law Meets Passion and Purpose Our New York team is searching for an ambitious Civil Litigation Attorney to work within our General Liability/...

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SIMON LAW GROUP LLC

Entrepreneurial Family Law Litigation Attorney

Job Overview Compensation is percentage-based and designed for entrepreneurial attorneys who want uncapped income potential rather than a fixed salary. This position is NOT ideal for candidates...

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Family Law Litigation Associate (Hybrid)

  • Rainmaking For Lawyers
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 1 day ago

A growing boutique family law firm based in Beverly Hills is seeking an experienced family law litigation associate. The firm represents a range of clients in a variety of industries and provides...

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Associate Position - Municipal Litigation

We're looking for a full-time litigation attorney with 2 plus years experience to join our team working out of our Melville satellite office....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Litigation Attorney - MD BARRED ( Hybrid )

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation. The ability to work independently from suit inception to settlement/trial....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Attorney ( CT BARRED ) ( Hybrid )

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation is preferred....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions and trial preparation is preferred....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation. The ability to work independently from suit inception to settlement/trial....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Litigation Attorney - MD BARRED ( Hybrid )

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation. The ability to work independently from suit inception to settlement/trial....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Litigation Attorney - VA BARRED ( Hybrid )

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation. The ability to work independently from suit inception to settlement/trial....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Litigation Attorney

We are seeking a new Litigation Attorney with 10+ years of Civil Litigation Defense to join our team....

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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Senior Attorney ( Hybrid )

Experience writing motions and other legal memoranda, summarizing depositions, and trial preparation is preferred....

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Placer County

Civil Litigation Attorney

Attention civil litigation attorneys: If you have a passion for the courtroom and a desire to diversify your caseload, the Placer County Counsel’s Office has a place for you....

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Sokoloff Stern LLP

Litigation Attorney ( Hybrid )

We’re a boutique civil insurance defense firm that handles general personal liability/tort and civil rights cases, including employment, police liability, land use, and First Amendment matters for governmental...

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Salary for Litigation Attorney Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Litigation Attorneys offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
88.8%
Bachelor's Degree
5.2%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Associate's Degree
0.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
High School or GED
0.4%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Litigation Attorneys
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%

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