How much does a Civil Litigation Lawyer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Civil Litigation Lawyer in the United States is $181,469. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $159,498 to $195,465, with most professionals earning between $139,494 and $208,209.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Civil Litigation Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $139,494 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $159,498 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $181,469 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $195,465 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $208,209 US April 01, 2025
25% $159,498 10% $139,494 90% $208,209 75% $195,465 $181,469 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Attorney II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Civil Litigation Lawyer

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    7 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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159498
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181469
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Civil Litigation Lawyer in the United States. The base salary for Civil Litigation Lawyer ranges from $159,498 to $195,465 with the average base salary of $181,469. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $159,498 to $195,465 with the average total cash compensation of $181,469.
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