Entry Level Associate Attorney Jobs

New grad associate attorney jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or writing samples can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Law & Legal Services, Insurance, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates, Jobot, and Clifford Chance hiring at this level now.

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Open roles123+
Top stateCalifornia
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Work type55% On-site
Top industryLaw
Companies hiring50

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Soho Dragon
Senior Associate Attorney
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Senior Associate Attorney
Soho Dragon
New York, New York
Compliance & Legal
Corporate Development & M&A
Legal Counsel
$140k/yr
11-50

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Soho Dragon
Junior Associate Attorney
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Junior Associate Attorney
Soho Dragon
New York, New York
Compliance & Legal
Corporate Development & M&A
Legal Counsel
$80k - $130k/yr
11-50

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Associate Attorney - Professional Liability
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Associate Attorney - Professional Liability
Lydecker LLP
Miami, Florida
Compliance & Legal
Consulting & Professional Services
Legal Counsel
Remote (US)

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Associate Attorney (Personal Injury) - Hybrid
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Associate Attorney (Personal Injury) - Hybrid
Company
Los Angeles, California
Compliance & Legal
Consulting & Professional Services
Legal Counsel
$120k - $200k/yr

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Junior Associate Attorney - Family Law
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Junior Associate Attorney - Family Law
Reyes Miller, P.L.
Boca Raton, Florida
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
Paralegal & Legal Support
On-Site

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Entry Level Associate Attorney Job Market

Who's Hiring

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    Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates14
  • Jobot
    Jobot11
  • Clifford Chance
    Clifford Chance10
  • Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
    Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.8
  • Lydecker LLP
    Lydecker LLP6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Law & Legal Services55
  • Insurance13
  • Staffing & Recruiting11
  • Technology & Software5
  • Investment & Asset Management2

Entry Level Associate Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level associate attorney job?

Focus on demonstrating legal research and writing skills through internships, law school clinics, or moot court experience. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can handle client intake, draft motions, and work under supervision. Tailoring your cover letter to the practice area and showing genuine interest in the firm's client base gives you a clear edge over candidates with generic applications.

Which companies hire entry level associate attorneys?

Companies hiring entry level associate attorneys right now include Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Associates, Jobot, and Clifford Chance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of regional law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and nonprofit legal aid organizations that regularly bring on new graduates to grow their teams.

Are there remote entry level associate attorney jobs?

Yes, though most entry level roles still favor in-person or hybrid arrangements. About 45% of entry level associate attorney openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting firms that have built structured supervision processes to support new attorneys working outside the office. Fully remote positions are more common in document review, compliance, and contract work.

Are these new grad associate attorney jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior associate roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts law school clinics, clerkships, or internships in place of full-time work history. Look for language like 'recent graduates encouraged to apply' or 'no prior experience required' to identify roles built for candidates just entering the profession.

Which industries hire the most entry level associate attorneys?

Entry Level associate attorney roles concentrate in Law & Legal Services, Insurance, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors generate consistent demand for junior attorneys because of high transaction volume, regulatory complexity, and the need to scale legal teams with cost-effective entry level talent.