Attorney Jobs in San Jose, CA

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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We have an exciting opportunity for a remote (with occasional travel to venues) Workers' Compensation Attorney....

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you're a: Experienced litigation attorney: You'll manage the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery though trial prep and court...

Remote Labor & Employment Defense Attorney

  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Remote Work

Seeking Probate/Estate Planning Attorneys For Contract Work

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Seeking Probate/Estate Planning Attorneys For Contract Work (Bay Area) compensation: Hourly (DOE) employment type: job title: Attorney Wade Law Offices, APC is seeking an attorney for our busy law practice...

Tax Associate, International Tax Multiple Locations Winter 2026

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the worlds top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive...

Litigation Defense Attorney

  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking California-licensed attorneys with experience in litigation defense....

Victim Advocate I/II - District Attorney's Office (Open and Promotional)

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

To learn more about the Districts Attorneys Office please visit: ($34.04-$42.51/hr.) is the first level classification in the series....

Insurance Recovery Practice Attorney - Senior

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a practice attorney with at least five years of insurance policyholder at an AmLaw 200 law firm or policyholder boutique to join its Insurance Coverage Litigation practice...

Conflicts Staff Attorney

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Conflicts Staff Attorney Cooley is seeking a Conflicts Staff Attorney to join the Business Intake and Conflicts team....

Patient Advocate

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Elevate Patient Financial Solutions has an exciting career opportunity available as a Patient Advocate. This position will be located onsite in a hospital setting in Mountain View, CA.. The Full...

Hiring Parent Advocate's @ ABW!

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Parent Engagement Program was developed by Alameda County to improve outcomes for families involved with the Child Welfare system. The strength of the Parent Engagement Program is our staff....

Staff Attorney

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago

The Staff Attorney directly represents clients in criminal and juvenile appeals, assists panel attorneys, and trains appellate and trial attorneys....

Remote Work

Payments Attorney

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago

Location: San Jose or New York (onsite) Base Salary Range: $185K - 259K _ We are seeking a Payments Compliance Attorney to support the creation of X's new payments functionality and related compliance...

Litigation Family Law Attorney - San Jose, CA

  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Family Law Attorney Location: San Jose, CA Company Overview: Cordell & Cordell is a domestic litigation firm specializing in a diverse range of family law matters....

Developer relations engineer, AI Developer advocate, Cloud AI

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience. 7 years of work experience in a technical role (e.g., software...

Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in San Jose, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
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 San Jose, CA
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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