Litigation Partner Jobs
Litigation Partner jobs are open across Am Law 100 firms, regional full-service practices, insurance defense boutiques, and in-house legal departments, from senior associate to equity partner level, with specializations in commercial litigation, mass tort, and appellate practice. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Applicants should have excellent writing skills with experience writing coverage opinions for insurers and/or defending them in lawsuits filed by insureds. Clausen Miller P.C. offers a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule (3 days in office w/ 2 days remote) or fully remote employment options.
This full-time benefit eligible role comes with a comprehensive and robust benefit package which includes health care benefits, free prescription drug benefit options, disability coverage and retirement savings to start - plus:
401(k)
Med / Den / Vis insurance
HSA / FSA Accounts
Vacation / Sick Time
Firm Paid Life Insurance
Firm paid Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Programs
Salary range for this unique role is $120,000 to $200,000 per year DOE.
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Applicants should have excellent writing skills with experience writing coverage opinions for insurers and/or defending them in lawsuits filed by insureds. Clausen Miller P.C. offers a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule (3 days in office w/ 2 days remote) or fully remote employment options.
This full-time benefit eligible role comes with a comprehensive and robust benefit package which includes health care benefits, free prescription drug benefit options, disability coverage and retirement savings to start - plus:
401(k)
Med / Den / Vis insurance
HSA / FSA Accounts
Vacation / Sick Time
Firm Paid Life Insurance
Firm paid Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Programs
Salary range for this unique role is $120,000 to $200,000 per year DOE.
#LI-HYBRID
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in litigation partner jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar admission in relevant jurisdiction
- Substantial first-chair trial experience in federal or state court
- Demonstrated portable book of business or client development pipeline
- Minimum seven to ten years of litigation practice experience
- Experience managing junior associates, paralegals, and case teams
- Proficiency with electronic discovery platforms and case management systems
Tips for Your Litigation Partner Job Search
Tailor your book of business pitch
Firms hiring lateral litigation partners want to see your portable revenue, not just your trial record. Quantify the client relationships you can bring, the industries they operate in, and your average annual billing without overstating what you can guarantee.
Highlight trial experience by verdict type
Generic courtroom references won't move partners committees. Break your trial experience down by case type, court level, and outcome, federal and state, jury and bench. Committees compare these details directly across candidates.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists litigation partner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target firms by practice concentration
A commercial litigation partner at a plaintiffs firm and one at a large defense shop need different positioning. Read each firm's recent case announcements and pitch your background to their client base, not to a generic litigation narrative.
Prepare for the business case interview
Partner-level interviews almost always include a session focused on your client development plan. Walk in with a realistic three-year projection, name the clients you intend to pursue, and explain why your existing relationships extend naturally to that firm's practice.
Negotiate comp structure before accepting
Partnership compensation varies between lockstep, modified lockstep, and pure origination models. Understand which system the firm uses before you receive an offer, and get clarity on credit allocation for cross-referred matters before signing.
Litigation Partner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most litigation partners?
Goldberg Segalla LLP, CLAUSEN MILLER, and Fox Rothschild LLP are hiring the most litigation partners right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest among full-service regional firms expanding their commercial and insurance defense practices.
How many litigation partner jobs are remote?
About 100% of litigation partner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most flexibility found in appellate, arbitration, and certain insurance defense roles. Firms handling active trial dockets or in-person client relationships typically require a primary office presence.
How do you become a litigation partner?
You typically start as a litigation associate at a law firm, build first-chair trial experience across a variety of case types, and develop a client base over time. Demonstrating consistent origination, strong peer reviews, and the ability to run matters independently positions you for the partnership track, whether internally or as a lateral hire.
Can you get hired as a litigation partner with limited experience?
Most firms set a floor of substantial trial experience and some measurable client following before considering someone for a lateral partner role. Candidates with strong associate-level trial records who lack a full book can sometimes enter at income or non-equity partner tier, with expectations to build origination over a defined period.
What does the litigation partner interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter or practice group leader screening call, followed by meetings with the hiring committee and key partners in related practice groups. Later rounds focus heavily on your client development plan, billing history, and practice fit. Reference checks with former clients or colleagues are common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to litigation partner jobs?
You can find and apply to litigation partner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your practice area and experience level, and apply directly to each listing.
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