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AVE Staffing

Commercial Litigation Associate

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$180K - $220K/yr

Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney Location: Raleigh, NC (On-site / Hybrid) Salary ... Partner with transactional, real estate, and IP practice groups to address multi-faceted legal ...

Trueseek

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Morristown, NJ

$150K - $200K/yr

The firm is expanding and seeking an experienced Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney ... and real estate litigation matters * Draft pleadings motions briefs and related litigation ...

W3Global Inc.

Litigation Associate Attorney

Torrance, CA · Hybrid

$140K - $160K/yr

... Estate Litigation . This firm regularly handles high-stakes disputes involving partners, LLC ... The firm is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney with 2 to 3 years of experience to ...

LeoForce

Commercial Litigation Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$270 - $315/hr

... estate, and complex commercial litigation. Our team is known for taking on high-stakes matters ... We offer associates the opportunity to engage in challenging, high-stakes litigation and advisory ...

Lazega & Johanson LLC

Litigation Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

We are seeking a litigation associate with two - three years' experience to add to our community ... Our litigation practice focuses on community association litigation, and real estate litigation.

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How much do estate litigation associate jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for estate litigation associate in the United States is $138,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $165,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Estate Litigation Associate vs Probate Litigation Attorney?

AspectEstate Litigation AssociateProbate Litigation Attorney
CredentialsJuris Doctor, State Bar AdmissionJuris Doctor, State Bar Admission
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal departmentsLaw firms, courts, legal firms
Industry UsageEstate and trust disputes, estate planning firmsProbate courts, estate administration
Common Search IntentDisputes over estate assets, will contestsChallenging or defending wills in probate

Both roles involve handling estate-related disputes, requiring similar legal credentials. An Estate Litigation Associate typically works within law firms on estate and trust disputes, while a Probate Litigation Attorney focuses specifically on probate court cases involving will contests and estate administration. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in their focus areas within estate law.

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Infographic showing various Estate Litigation Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,276 per year, or $66.5 per hour.

Commercial Litigation Associate

Raleigh, NC • Hybrid

AVE Staffing
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$180K - $220K/yr

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Job description

Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Location: Raleigh, NC (On-site / Hybrid)

Salary: $180,000 to $220,000, DOE

Key Perks: Elite Cross-Practice Mentorship | High-Stakes Trial Portfolio | Zero Billable Bureaucracy


The Opportunity

A premier, forward-thinking business law firm is seeking an ambitious Complex Commercial Litigation Associate to join its dynamic dispute resolution practice in Raleigh. Moving away from rigid, single-niche silos, this position offers an expansive trial runway to collaborate directly with acclaimed advocates on high-stakes business lawsuits, intellectual property/technology disputes, employment matters, real estate litigation, and regulatory challenges.


Core Responsibilities

  • Case Architecture & Strategy: Direct all phases of the litigation lifecycle, driving thorough pre-suit investigations, factual discovery, and comprehensive defense and prosecution strategies.
  • Deposition & Courtroom Advocacy: Function as first-chair advocate in depositions, evidentiary hearings, and oral arguments commensurate with demonstrated competency.
  • Substantive Brief Writing: Perform advanced legal research and author pleadings, administrative challenges, summary judgment motions, and critical appellate briefs.
  • Discovery Management: Supervise complex written discovery protocols, oversee third-party subpoena workflows, and manage multi-faceted document productions.
  • Trial & Arbitration Preparation: Partner with senior trial counsel to build comprehensive trial notebooks, draft motions in limine, vet expert disclosures, and formulate presentation strategies.
  • Strategic Client Advisory: Interface directly with corporate executives and institutional clients, providing authoritative risk assessments, case status reports, and strategic exposure counseling.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with transactional, real estate, and IP practice groups to address multi-faceted legal issues arising within complex business disputes.


Required Qualifications

  • Experience: 4–6 years of substantive, high-level Complex Commercial Litigation experience within a respected law firm ecosystem.
  • Academic Credentials: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school backed by a highly distinguished academic record.
  • Bar Admission: Active license to practice law in good standing with any U.S. jurisdiction; must obtain a North Carolina State Bar license within one year of hire.
  • Distinguishing Profiles: A past judicial clerkship, large law firm tenure, or prior professional career track is strongly preferred.


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