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Pre-Litigation Paralegal

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$45K - $65K/mo

Direct Hire Opportunity 8:30-5:00 / M-F / $45K-$65K, DOE The Pre-Litigation Paralegal is responsible for managing personal injury cases from client intake through settlement. This role serves as the ...

JC Law

Litigation Attorney

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$90K - $250K/yr (+ commission)

Senior Litigation Attorney - Serving Virginia Beach, VA and the greater Hampton Roads region. Are you ready to leave your mark on the legal landscape? JC Law -- Maryland's largest family law practice ...

PEAC Solutions

Litigation & Recovery Manager

Herndon, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Litigation & Recovery Manager Herndon, VA, US Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually We are PEAC Solutions--large enough to finance the globe, yet small enough to stand shoulder-to ...

Peraton

Litigation Paralegal

Reston, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our Legal team at our Reston, VA headquarters. In this role, you will serve as a key partner to our attorneys ...

Peraton

Litigation Paralegal

Reston, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our Legal team at our Reston, VA headquarters. In this role, you will serve as a key partner to our attorneys ...

Willcox Savage

Litigation Paralegal

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$51K - $63K/yr

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join our growing Toxic Tort Defense practice. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to attorneys relative to ...

Peraton

Litigation Paralegal

Reston, VA

$66K - $106K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our Legal team at our Reston, VA headquarters. In this role, you will serve as a key partner to our attorneys ...

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How much do litigation jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for litigation in Virginia is $131,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,100.00 and $150,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is litigation?

Litigation is the legal process of resolving disputes between parties through the court system. It involves filing lawsuits, conducting investigations and discovery, presenting evidence, and making arguments before a judge or jury. Litigation can cover a wide range of issues, such as contract disputes, personal injury claims, and employment matters. The process is often complex and can be time-consuming, but it is sometimes necessary when other methods of dispute resolution, like negotiation or mediation, have failed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in litigation, and why are they important?

To thrive in litigation, you need a law degree, a license to practice, and a thorough understanding of legal research, case analysis, and courtroom procedures. Proficiency with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and e-discovery tools is essential. Outstanding oral and written communication, critical thinking, and negotiation skills help litigators stand out. These skills are crucial for building strong cases, effectively advocating for clients, and achieving favorable outcomes in complex legal disputes.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in litigation, and how can they prepare for them?

Professionals in litigation often encounter challenges such as managing heavy caseloads, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to evolving case strategies. Handling complex legal research, preparing for court appearances, and coordinating with clients and colleagues can also be demanding. To prepare, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, stay up to date on legal developments, and cultivate effective communication with team members and clients. Learning to manage stress and prioritize tasks will help ensure success in the fast-paced litigation environment.

What is the difference between Litigation vs Paralegal?

AspectLitigationParalegal
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), Bar AdmissionAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, courts, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Job ResponsibilitiesRepresent clients in court, draft legal documents, manage casesLegal research, document preparation, case organization

Litigation involves practicing law, representing clients, and appearing in court, requiring a JD and bar admission. Paralegals support litigation by conducting research and preparing documents but do not practice law or appear in court. Both roles work in legal environments but differ significantly in responsibilities and credentials.

What is a career in litigation?

A career in litigation involves representing clients in legal disputes, including preparing cases, conducting research, and advocating in court. Litigation lawyers typically need strong analytical skills, knowledge of legal procedures, and may work long hours during trial preparation and hearings.

What are the most commonly searched types of Litigation jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Litigation jobs in Virginia are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Litigation jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Litigation job openings:

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Infographic showing various Litigation job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 14% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,160 per year, or $63.1 per hour.

IT Litigation Support

Arlington, VA

Contact Government Services, LLC
Public Administration • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Contact Government Services, LLCexternal

$100K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate litigation support services, including trial preparation and presentation, in response to customer needs.

  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot litigation support hardware and software, ensuring systems availability and functionality.

  • Provide customer support services such as installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and training in response to user requirements.

Job description

IT Litigation Support
Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level
Department: Information Technology

Contact Government Services is looking for a Litigation Support Technician to work at the United States Attorney's Office. As a Litigation Support Technician for CGS, you will be responsible for providing technical and analytical assistance involving Litigation Support of the United States Attorney's office.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills and attributes for success:
- Coordinates litigation support services (including trial preparation and presentation) in response to customer needs. Performs such services directly or in conjunction with the district's designated "Litigation Support Coordinator." Installs, configures, and maintains litigation support equipment; Develops standards and procedures for applications; and Coordinates efforts with other agencies involved in litigation team activities.
- Litigation Support Systems Administration: Performs testing, quality assurance, configuration, installation, implementation, and maintenance of litigation support resources used for the transmission of information in data, voice, and/or video format.
- Ensures systems availability, functionality, integrity, and efficiency.
- Installs new or modified litigation support hardware and software.
- Resolves hardware/software interface and interoperability problems.
- Maintains and controls the district's litigation support equipment inventory.
- Systems Security: Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
- Implements policies and procedures to ensure litigation support systems reliability and accessibility and to prevent and defend against unauthorized access to systems, networks, and data.
- Promotes awareness of security issues among management and employees.
- Implements programs to ensure users are aware of, understand and adhere to systems security policies and procedures
- Provides customer support services including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, customer assistance, and training in response to user requirements.
- Diagnoses and resolves problems in response to customer-reported incidents; installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains customer hardware and software; and provides customer training including orientation for new users.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor's Degree (In related field)
- Must be able to successfully complete a stringent Background Investigation and obtain the required Government Security clearance
- Experience with Litigation Support principles, methods, and practices
- Experience with Litigation Support systems development concepts
- Performance monitoring principles and methods
- Quality assurance principles
- Familiarity with Technical documentation methods and procedures
- Familiarity with Systems security methods and procedures
- Oral and written communication techniques
- Experience with Litigation support databases working with load files such as IPRO Eclipse and Relativity
- Experience with  Discovery processing hardware and software such as Law Pre-Discovery and Nuix systems
- Familiarity with Quality control of incoming data to comply with District Electronically Stored Information (ESI) Specifications

Our commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients’ specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

For the past seven years we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.

We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!

Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/

For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Email: info@cgsfederal.com

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