Litigator Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Litigator make in Washington, DC? The average Litigator salary in Washington, DC is $210,323 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $185,216 and $234,363. 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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Interim Copyright Infringement Litigator
Major, Lindsey & Africa - Miami , FL
Our client is seeking an Interim Copyright Infringement Litigator to assist in an active case. Company: Law firm. Experience: 5+ years of experience litigating copyright infringement cases in federal ...
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
In house Junior Litigator
Meldon Law - Gainesville , FL
Generous Base + Bonus opportunity for our next Junior Litigator! ARE YOU AN "A" PLAYER LOOKING FOR A FRESH START? ARE YOU LACKING A POSITIVE CULTURE IN YOUR CURRENT POSITION? DO YOU WANT TO JOIN THE ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 17 days ago
Personal Injury Litigator
Job Juncture - Houston , TX
Personal Injury Litigator LOCATION: Houston, Texas SALARY RANGE: up to $150k annually (plus bonuses and incentives & referral fees) IMPORTANT: Sole practitionerswill not work Our client, one of the ...
JobJuncture - 13 days ago
Employment and Whistleblower Law Litigator
Get A Job, LLC - Jersey City , NJ
Dynamic Law Firm Seeks Innovative Employment and Whistleblower Law Litigator About Brown, LLC: Brown, LLC is an accomplished and assertive law firm, renowned for its aggressive litigation style. Our ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 45 days ago
Attorney/Civil Litigator - Local Government/Employment
Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman - Richmond , VA
Harman Claytor Corrigan & Wellman has an opening for a civil litigator to join our government and employment practice in the Richmond Office. The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years of government ...
LinkedIn - 18 days ago
Family Law Litigator
Law Firm - Chicago , IL
Prestigious downtown Chicago law firm seeking experienced Family Law Litigator. If you are looking for a great opportunity to build your career and join a winning team, this is the perfect position ...
ZipRecruiter - 23 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Litigator in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
185216
234363
210323

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
202583
272456
236157
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 Washington, DC. The base salary for Litigator ranges from $185,216 to $234,363 with the average base salary of $210,323. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $202,583 to $272,456 with the average total cash compensation of $236,157.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $210,323 $185,216 - $234,363
Bonus $25,834 $17,367 - $38,093
Total Pay $236,157 $202,583 - $272,456
* 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.

Litigator Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $185,249 - $234,405 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $185,249 - $234,405 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $185,249 - $234,405 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $184,860 - $233,912 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $185,249 - $234,405 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $185,249 - $234,405 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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