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RightWorks Inc

Litigation Staff Attorney

San Diego, CA · On-site

We have an immediate opening in our San Diego office for a staff attorney in our Litigation Practice Group. This position provides a fantastic opportunity to gain hands on experience, including ...

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Litigation Practice Coordinator

Washington, DC · Hybrid

We are currently seeking a Litigation Practice Coordinator in our Client Value and Practice ... Review financial reports provided by the Finance Department to assess Practice Group financial ...

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How much do litigation practice group jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for litigation practice group in the United States is $132,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Litigation Practice Group?

A Litigation Practice Group is a team within a law firm or legal department that specializes in managing and handling legal disputes that may go to court. These groups typically represent clients in civil, criminal, or commercial litigation matters, including lawsuits, trials, mediations, and arbitrations. The group consists of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff who focus on litigation strategy, case preparation, and advocacy in front of judges or juries. Their goal is to resolve disputes, protect clients’ interests, and ensure compliance with legal procedures throughout the litigation process.

What are the typical challenges faced when working in a Litigation Practice Group?

Professionals in a Litigation Practice Group often face challenges such as managing tight deadlines, balancing multiple cases simultaneously, and adapting to rapidly changing legal strategies. The work can be fast-paced and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with both clients and team members. Additionally, litigation often involves high-pressure situations, making resilience and the ability to work collaboratively under stress essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Litigation Practice Group, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Litigation Practice Group, you need strong legal research and writing skills, in-depth knowledge of civil procedure, and typically a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), e-discovery platforms, and case management systems is essential. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive communication make someone stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for effectively preparing cases, advocating for clients, and achieving favorable outcomes in complex legal disputes.
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Infographic showing various Litigation Practice Group job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Locum Tenens, 8% As Needed, 12% Full Time, and 72% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,295 per year, or $63.6 per hour.
Litigation Practice Support Lawyer

Litigation Practice Support Lawyer

Fenwick & West LLP

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Fenwick is seeking a Litigation Practice Support Lawyer ("PSL") who will support each of the firm's four litigation subgroups (Patent Litigation, IP & Complex Litigation, Securities Litigation and Employment Litigation). As described in detail below, the PSL's responsibilities will include: creating, distributing, and managing model documents and forms; developing and organizing content and knowledge resources for each practice area; implementing and promoting the use of artificial intelligence and other relevant technology; preparing and presenting training materials; and managing and drafting internal and external thought leadership content.
This role may be based in any of our U.S. offices except Boston, MA, and will require 2-3 days of inoffice presence per week, with additional onsite days as needed to support business and client requirements. This is a fulltime exempt role.

Job Description:

Training

  • Partner with the Attorney Training team and Practice Management to develop and deliver substantive and practical legal skills training programs for attorneys and paralegals.
  • Prepare and present materials for training sessions and practice group meetings.
  • Mentor junior attorneys on presentation skills and substantive legal matters.
  • Maintain an organized, accessible archive of all training materials.

AI Innovation

  • Drive AI innovation initiatives across the Litigation practice group.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and the Knowledge Management and Innovation team to identify opportunities for AI integration.
  • Collect, organize, and document AI use cases relevant to litigation practice.
  • Actively test, refine, and promote AI-driven tools and workflows to meet practitioner and client needs.
  • Work with the Knowledge and Innovation team to pilot, implement, and drive adoption of AI and other technology tools for both client-facing and internal functions (e.g., discovery, document preparation, litigation budgeting).

Knowledge Management

  • Develop and implement strategies to make practice content readily accessible to attorneys, including model briefs, exemplars, case and judge information, and matter-specific resources.
  • Assist practitioners in locating relevant internal and external knowledge resources and technologies.
  • Build and maintain repositories for key practice information, including judge and expert databases.

Internal & External Content Development

  • Regularly review internal and publicly available materials to identify legal market trends and best practices.
  • Develop and maintain substantive content for marketing and business development, including client alerts, articles, presentations, case studies, market surveys, and blog posts.
  • Monitor relevant state and federal laws, regulations, and case law; proactively inform practice groups of significant legal developments.
  • Respond timely to substantive queries and update resources as needed.

Model Documents & Forms

  • Create, maintain, and promote model documents, forms, precedents, drafting guidance, and practice area resource materials for each litigation subgroup.
  • Develop client- and jurisdiction-specific templates for court filings.
  • Identify forms suitable for automation and collaborate with the Knowledge and Innovation team to implement automated solutions.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Legal Skills & Knowledge

  • Expert legal knowledge and practice skills; experience in one or more of the firm's litigation subgroup areas is a plus.
  • Strong legal drafting and analytical abilities.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of current legal market trends, news, and practice area developments.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Demonstrated commitment to knowledge-sharing, efficiency, and teamwork.
  • Ability to build relationships across the firm and gain buy-in for new initiatives from partners, associates, and business professionals.
  • Superior client service, communication, and interpersonal skills with a user-friendly approach.
  • Ability to motivate participation in new systems at all levels of the organization.

Organization & Initiative

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and efficient.
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptable to changing workflows and able to work effectively with interruptions.
  • Strategic mindset with an understanding of firm and practice group goals and culture.

Technology & Innovation

  • Genuine interest in exploring and adopting AI technologies and legal tech tools.
  • Willingness to experiment with AI-driven workflows and contribute to their continuous improvement.
  • No technical expertise required - curiosity, openness to learning, and a growth mindset are what matter.

Reporting to the Litigation Practice Group Director, the ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a law firm litigation practice. Experience with project management, implementing legal software tools, and/or attorney training a plus. J.D. required.


Benefits and Compensation Details:

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The anticipated range for this position is:

$186,000 - $279,000

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.

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