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Chugh LLP

Corporate Legal Associate (FT)

Cerritos, CA · On-site

$70K - $125K/yr

Support attorneys with corporate, business, and transactional matters. * Draft, review, and revise ... associates and recent law graduates awaiting bar admission are encouraged to apply. * Strong legal ...

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Carta

Senior Associate Lawyer

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$119K - $148K/yr

As a Senior Associate Contract Solutions Lawyer on the Contracts team, you'll work to: * Negotiate ... You communicate legal advice crisply and concisely, building strong relationships with ...

NW Recruiting Partners

Family Law Associate

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$120K - $160K/yr

If you are a dedicated and experienced family law attorney looking to advance your career in a supportive and professional environment, we invite you to apply. Legal Associate Responsibilities:

Interplay

Associate, Bowery Legal

New York, NY · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

Our attorneys have trained at some of the most respected law firms in the world, including Latham ... Bowery Legal is looking for a talented attorney with relevant in-house and/or law firm experience ...

hightower

Senior Legal Operations Associate

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$90K - $95K/yr

This role works closely with attorneys and cross-functional business partners across the ... What You'll Do As a Legal Operations Associate, you will provide administrative and operational ...

VAPOTHERM, INC.

Legal Operations Associate

Exeter, NH · On-site

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy Legal Operations Associate to support our dynamic ... attorney on a variety of matters--serving as the primary point of contact for our global commercial ...

Monzingo | Legal

Associate Attorney

Naples, FL

Try a case in court, take depositions, handle discovery, perform legal research, and manage ... culture - Associate Attorney * A competitive base salary commensurate with experience** * **A ...

Monzingo | Legal

Associate Attorney

Naples, FL · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Try a case in court, take depositions, handle discovery, perform legal research, and manage ... culture - Associate Attorney * A competitive base salary commensurate with experience** * **A ...

Clio

Legal Architect, Mid-Market

You are a current or former lawyer who thrives at the intersection of law, technology, and client ... associates. * Navigate the AI Frontier: Articulate Clio's AI vision, helping firms understand how ...

Robert Half

Legal Support Associate

Center Valley, PA · On-site

$23.75 - $25/hr

We are looking for a Legal Support Associate to provide administrative and legal support for a busy ... and attorney inquiries. * Prepare and organize legal materials such as litigation documents ...

Colorado Judicial Branch

$80 - $100/hr

A district can convert Law Clerk positions to Legal Research Attorney positions using a ratio .25 Legal Research Attorneys for every 1.0 District Court Judge, OR convert the funding for Law Clerks to ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal associate lawyer in the United States is $103,761.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $122,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Required CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, license to practiceAssociate degree or paralegal certification
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, courtsLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Employer & Industry UsageLegal professionals authorized to provide legal adviceSupport role assisting lawyers with legal tasks
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Legal Associate Lawyers are licensed legal professionals with law degrees and bar admission, authorized to provide legal advice and represent clients. Paralegals assist lawyers with research, document preparation, and case management but are not licensed to practice law. While both work in legal environments, Legal Associate Lawyers have more responsibilities and legal authority compared to Paralegals.

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A legal associate lawyer assists senior attorneys by conducting legal research, preparing documents, and supporting case preparation. They often review contracts, draft legal memos, and may appear in court under supervision, requiring strong analytical and communication skills. This role typically requires a law degree and passing the bar exam.

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Corporate Legal Associate (FT)

Cerritos, CA • On-site

Chugh LLP
Law Firms • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Chugh LLPexternal

$70K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support attorneys with corporate, business, and transactional matters.
  • Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, corporate governance documents, and other legal documents.
  • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and other legal filings.
  • Assist with litigation matters, including case preparation, discovery, court filings, and due diligence.
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, corporate transactions, business restructuring, and other transactional matters.
  • Assist attorneys with negotiations, dispute resolution, and legal risk assessments, as appropriate.
  • Communicate professionally with clients, government agencies, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
  • Manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school or an equivalent foreign law degree.
  • One (1) to three (3) years of legal experience preferred; relevant internships, clerkships, or comparable legal experience will also be considered.
  • Active California State Bar membership is preferred but not required.
  • Pre-bar associates and recent law graduates awaiting bar admission are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation:
Salary: $70,000–$125,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and licensure.