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How much does a Litigator make? The average Litigator salary is $189,976 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $167,299 and $211,692. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Construction Litigator
gpac - Nashville , TN
Associate Lawyer - Construction Litigator About The Opportunity Our client (AM 200 Firm) is seeking a Construction Litigator who specializes in handling legal disputes related to construction ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
Litigator
PowellPath Group - Boston , MA
In House Litigator - Assistant General Counsel ---Must have immediate availability.--- Location: Boston, Massachusetts Job Type: Full-Time - Remote About the Company: Web are seeking a talented and ...
ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago
General Liability Litigator
Wilson Elser - Los Angeles , CA
Wilson Elser's Los Angeles office is currently seeking a General Liability Litigator. The Firm Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Litigator
Stutman Law - Plano , TX
Prominent national subrogation law firm has an immediate opening for a litigator to join our team of attorneys. The ideal candidate for this role will have subrogation/litigation experience and have ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 8 days ago
Corporate Attorney / In-House Litigator
American Kitchen Delights - Harvey , IL
Description American Kitchen Delights, Inc. is looking to hire an in-house corporate attorney and litigator to support multiple business lines while assisting with court litigation and a variety of ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 15 days ago
Outside General Litigator
Superior Executive And Legal Recruiting - Los Angeles , CA
Superior Executive & Legal Recruiting is actively recruiting for a highly professional and experienced civil litigator to assist our client with a variety of employment matters. This professional ...
ZipRecruiter - 37 days ago

Litigator Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Litigator between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of May 28, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Litigator in each city.

Litigator Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $237,470
Washington, DC $211,444
Miami, FL $183,327
Chicago, IL $199,285
Boston, MA $212,963
New York, NY $221,892
Dallas, TX $187,507
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Average Salary Range for Litigator

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
167299
211692
189976

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
182986
246097
213311
What is the average salary for Litigator in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Litigator in the United States. The base salary for Litigator ranges from $167,299 to $211,692 with the average base salary of $189,976. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $182,986 to $246,097 with the average total cash compensation of $213,311.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $189,976 $167,299 - $211,692
Bonus $23,334 $15,687 - $34,405
Total Pay $213,311 $182,986 - $246,097
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Litigator

What's the difference between Commercial Litigator and Litigator?
According to our latest salary estimation on May 28, 2024. The average salary of Litigator is $189,976, and the average salary of Commercial Litigator is $94,878. The average salary of Commercial Litigator is lower than Litigator. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
I am a Litigator, which location’s salary is higher, Mcallen, TX or Jersey City, NJ?
Jersey City, NJ typically sees higher pay than Mcallen, TX for Litigator. a Litigator Salary in Jersey City, NJ is $221,892 as of May 28, 2024; a Litigator Salary in Mcallen, TX is $163,380 as of May 28, 2024. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )

Litigator Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Litigator vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Litigator?
Salary ranges for a Litigator can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
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Last Update: May 28, 2024