Litigation Associate Attorney
Simpson Judge
Chicago, IL · $270k–$390k a year · Posted November 6, 2026
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November 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $330,000 a year. Across 129 open litigation associate attorney listings that state pay, the middle half runs $130,000 to $172,500 and the median is $150,000. That is 120% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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About the job
A leading complex litigation group is hiring a mid-level associate (3-6 years) to defend blue chip clients in high-stakes, national and international matters, with a focus on product liability and commercial disputes in aviation and transportation. What you'll bring...