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How much does a Lawyer I make in Maryland? The average Lawyer I salary in Maryland is $104,590 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $89,890 and $121,190. 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.

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Lawyer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $76,506 MD February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $89,890 MD February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $104,590 MD February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $121,190 MD February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $136,303 MD February 26, 2024
25% $89,890 10% $76,506 90% $136,303 75% $121,190 $104,590 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lawyer I provides legal advice to an organization, prepares resolutions, reports, guidelines and participates in major legal actions. Reviews contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, etc., and reviews drafts of various agreements and documents. Being a Lawyer I participates in Legal department initiatives such as template agreement development and recommends to senior management on how to respond to legal issues or proposed changes in laws and regulations. Works closely with other departments to foresee and protect company against legal risks. In addition, Lawyer I requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Lawyer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Lawyer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Lawyer I

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

  2. Up a level:

    Lawyer II

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

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $104,275 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $112,410 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $102,394 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $102,967 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $102,391 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $93,076 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $112,714 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $110,249 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $107,835 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $112,882 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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