Attorney Jobs in Alaska

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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Advocate

  • Palmer, AK
  • 16 hours ago
  • Palmer, AK
  • 16 hours ago

Alaska Family Services(AFS)** has a current full time or relief position available for an **Advocate in Palmer for the Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DVSA) Shelter.Responsibilities include...

Document Review Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 2 days ago

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking Document Review Attorneys for a fully remote, temporary position with our client. This is a full-time role, Monday - Friday, during standard business hours....

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Client Advocate

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 10 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 10 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY This position is an integral member in the operations of Brother Francis Shelter (BFS). BFS provides services to adults experiencing homelessness in a manner that facilitates...

Contract Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 12 days ago

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working on either warranty or mass tort matters....

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Senior Attorney

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago

This position may have supervisory responsibility for paralegals and may be asked to supervise other attorneys, legal volunteers, and/or outside counsel....

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Youth Advocate, I/II/III (YES)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 16 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 16 days ago

COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Youth Advocate (I/II/III), YES Department: YES Reports To: Program Manager Supervises: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: N3 (I), N4...

Family Caregiver Support Advocate

  • Juneau, AK
  • 17 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 17 days ago

Family Caregiver Support Advocate Are you a well-rounded professional looking to grow in a meaningful and rewarding career? Are you passionate about helping families and Elders? Does the idea of...

NJ Barred-Education Law Attorney (remote)

  • Juneau, AK
  • 22 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 22 days ago

Assist in litigation and administrative proceedings, including discovery, hearing preparation, and client representation as appropriate....

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Patient Advocate

  • Bethel, AK
  • 24 days ago
  • Bethel, AK
  • 24 days ago

The Patient Advocate represents the patients of YKHC. This position is responsible for customer service activities in the Patient Accounts Department, which includes helping patients find the...

Labor and Employment Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 24 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 24 days ago

. + Represent or manage representation in employment-related disputes, including agency actions, administrative claims, mediation, and litigation. + Collaborate with HR and other members of Legal to...

Patient Advocate II

  • Willow, AK
  • 29 days ago
  • Willow, AK
  • 29 days ago

Applicants must pass a background check, reference check, and pre-employment drug screening. Returning Applicant/Current Employee? Click here to Apply to Additional Positions Click here to submit...

ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL ATTORNEY (Municipal Attorney II) - Range 23 / EXE

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Our ideal candidate is an energetic, community-minded attorney with an interest in one or more of the following: litigation, transactional work (supporting complex transactions, finance, and the Port...

Deputy City Attorney

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Under the direction of the City Attorney, the Deputy City Attorney provides a wide range of professional legal services for the City of Fairbanks....

Remote Labor & Employment Defense Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a national law firm, is seeking labor and employment defense attorneys who can hit the ground running....

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Contract Attorneys for Document Review

  • Juneau, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Beacon Hill Legal seeks US barred attorneys in the Oklahoma market to join our remote review teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kick off during May....

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Alaska

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Alaska

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Alaska offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Alaska
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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