Attorney Salary in the United States

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How much does an Attorney make in the United States? The average Attorney salary in the United States is $137,855 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $116,719 and $159,347. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Staff Attorney - Family law
Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. - Olean , NY
The attorney will represent qualified, low and middle income individuals in custody, family offense, neglect, and child support cases. The attorney position will also provide victims of domestic ...
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Associate Attorney - Plaintiff Civil Litigation - LEMON LAW firm
Consumer Law Experts, PC - Los Angeles , CA
We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our rapidly growing and innovative law firm. You will primarily be dealing with the major car manufacturers where you will be litigating lemon law claims
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Commercial Real Estate Attorney
OpusLex - Atlanta , GA
Our Client Our client, a premier real estate law firm in Atlanta, seeks a commercial real estate associate attorney to join their commercial real estate team. This firm is known for dominating the ...
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Attorney - First Party Property, General Liability, and Long-Term Care
Pearson Doyle Mohre & Pastis - Maitland , FL
Attorney - First Party Property, General Liability, and Long-Term Care Company: Pearson Doyle Mohre & Pastis Workplace Type: on-site Contact Email: acunninghampdmplaw.com Industry: Legal Start Date ...
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Attorney at Attorneys Parker & Maloney
Attorneys Parker & Maloney - Miami Beach , FL
The Attorney will develop relationships with clients as they establish legal needs, provide counsel, help them understand their legal options, and represent them in court and negotiations. You will ...
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Attorney
The O'Malley Law Firm KC LLC - Kansas City , MO
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic estate planning attorney to join our team. At the O'Malley Law Firm, KC, you will have the opportunity to work closely with clients, assisting them in ...
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159347
137855

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
123075
174909
147238
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Attorney in the United States. The base salary for Attorney ranges from $116,719 to $159,347 with the average base salary of $137,855. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $123,075 to $174,909 with the average total cash compensation of $147,238.

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