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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate litigation counsel in the United States is $127,384.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,500.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Litigation Counsel vs Associate Corporate Counsel?

AspectAssociate Litigation CounselAssociate Corporate Counsel
Primary FocusHandling litigation cases, legal disputes, and courtroom proceedingsProviding legal advice on corporate matters, contracts, and compliance
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments involved in litigationCorporate offices, legal departments focusing on business transactions
Required CredentialsJD, bar admission, litigation experienceJD, bar admission, corporate law experience

While both roles require a JD and bar admission, Associate Litigation Counsel specializes in litigation and courtroom work, whereas Associate Corporate Counsel focuses on corporate legal matters and transactions. The choice depends on whether you prefer courtroom advocacy or corporate advisory work.

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Infographic showing various Associate Litigation Counsel job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,384 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Litigation Of Counsel Mergers & Acquisitions Disputes

Direct Counsel

Raleigh, NC • Hybrid

$400K - $525K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Litigation Of Counsel – Mergers & Acquisitions Disputes
Locations: Atlanta, GA | Baltimore, MD | Boston, MA | Miami, FL | New York, NY | Philadelphia, PA | Raleigh, NC | Short Hills, NJ | Wilmington, DE | Washington, DC
Compensation: $400,000–$525,000

Direct Counsel is seeking an Of Counsel to join the Business & Commercial Litigation Practice of a leading Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 8+ years of experience handling sophisticated post-closing M&A disputes, including indemnification claims and representations and warranties (R&W) insurance litigation.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience litigating complex business disputes arising from mergers and acquisitions, a deep understanding of transaction documentation, and the ability to lead litigation strategy while mentoring junior attorneys and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in complex post-closing M&A disputes, including indemnification claims and representations and warranties (R&W) insurance litigation.
  • Analyze and interpret purchase agreements and other M&A transaction documents in connection with high-stakes commercial disputes.
  • Develop and execute litigation strategy through all phases of litigation, arbitration, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
  • Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation filings.
  • Collaborate with damages experts and other consultants to develop claims and defenses.
  • Conduct and defend depositions, oversee fact development, and manage complex discovery efforts.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients while providing strategic, business-focused legal advice.
  • Supervise and mentor associates and help manage litigation teams on sophisticated matters.
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
  • 8+ years of commercial litigation experience at a leading law firm.
  • Significant experience handling post-closing M&A indemnification disputes and/or representations and warranties insurance litigation.
  • Strong understanding of M&A transaction documentation and damages analysis.
  • Superior legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
  • Excellent communication, client management, and leadership abilities.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to independently manage complex matters.
  • Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary of $400,000–$525,000, depending on experience and location.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement benefits.
  • Hybrid work environment with regular in-office collaboration and flexibility for remote work.
  • Opportunity to lead sophisticated, high-profile M&A disputes while working alongside nationally recognized litigators in a collaborative and entrepreneurial practice.