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How much does an Employment Counsel I make in California? The average Employment Counsel I salary in California is $106,510 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,980 and $117,360. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Employment Counsel I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $71,109 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $87,980 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $106,510 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $117,360 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $127,238 CA February 26, 2024
25% $87,980 10% $71,109 90% $127,238 75% $117,360 $106,510 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Employment Counsel I advises management on legal matters and ensures compliancy to protect company against legal liability. Responsible for analyzing proposed and established legislation, preparing legal documents, and reviewing company policies. Being an Employment Counsel I typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Being an Employment Counsel I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as an Employment Counsel I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Employment Counsel I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney, Experienced - Employment Law

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $102,500 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $102,957 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $107,766 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $102,384 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $97,966 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $105,910 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $102,715 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $96,169 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $117,797 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $117,527 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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