As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Civil Litigation Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA is $209,354, equivalent to $101 per hour, $4,026 weekly, or $17,446 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Civil Litigation Lawyer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Civil Litigation Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $178,997 to $252,727. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($193,464) and 75th percentile ($232,057), while top earners (90th percentile) make $252,727 per year. This $38,593 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Civil Litigation Lawyer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for Civil Litigation Lawyer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Business Services to offset market challenges.

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 $178,997 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $193,464 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $209,354 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $232,057 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Civil Litigation Lawyer Salary $252,727 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
25% $193,464 10% $178,997 90% $252,727 75% $232,057 $209,354 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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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 Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Civil Litigation Lawyer ranges from $193,464 to $232,057 with the average base salary of $209,354. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $183,126 to $251,034 with the average total cash compensation of $215,853.
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