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, Staffing & Recruiting, and Insurance, with employers like Jobot, MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP, and Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles79
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJobot
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type52% On-site
Top industryLaw

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Beacon Hill
Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney
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Beacon Hill
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Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney
Beacon Hill
Richmond, Virginia
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
$115k - $175k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Direct Counsel
Construction Litigation Associate Attorney
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Direct Counsel
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Construction Litigation Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel
Los Angeles, California
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
$195k - $250k/yr
Hybrid
Doctorate

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Direct Counsel
Associate Attorney
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Direct Counsel
Added 2d ago
Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel
Glendale, California
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
Paralegal & Legal Support
$110k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Lydecker LLP
Associate Attorney
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Lydecker LLP
Added 4d ago
Associate Attorney
Lydecker LLP
San Diego, California
Compliance & Legal
Consulting & Professional Services
Legal Counsel
$130k - $250k/yr
Remote (US)

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Jobot
Corporate Associate Attorney
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Jobot
Added 6d ago
Corporate Associate Attorney
Jobot
Miami, Florida
Compliance & Legal
Strategy & Corporate Development
Legal Counsel
Corporate Development & M&A
$170k/yr
Remote (US)
Doctorate

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Entry Level Associate Attorney Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot
    Jobot21
  • MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP
    MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP8
  • Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
    Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.6
  • Shegerian & Associates
    Shegerian & Associates5
  • O’Hagan Meyer
    O’Hagan Meyer4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Law & Legal Services38
  • Staffing & Recruiting22
  • Insurance5
  • Technology & Software4
  • Human Resources1

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 Jobot, MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP, and Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 48% of entry level associate attorney openings are remote or hybrid as of August 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, Staffing & Recruiting, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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.