Attorney Jobs in New Haven, CT

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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Associate-Construction Associate Attorney-Rocky Hill

  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Associate- Construction Associate Attorney- Rocky Hill, CT: 5+ years of experience in construction law or related litigation....

Remote Work

Attorney in North Haven,CT,US

  • North Haven, CT (6 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (6 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities : Represent clients in court proceedings, including pleadings, hearings and trial litigation....

ERISA Attorney

  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 4 days ago

ERISA Attorney Pentegra (Shelton CT / Hybrid) Location: Ideally the position will be located in our Shelton, CT office but we will consider a remote arrangement....

Director, Legal - Privacy Attorney (In-House)

  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Director, Legal - Privacy Attorney (In-House) Pay: Competitive Employment type: Full-Time Job Description Req#: REQ9771 Director Level Attorney - Privacy Responsibilities: Draft and negotiate commercial...

Patent Counsel - Shelton, CT (Hybrid)

  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (10 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 5 days ago

. + Experience in managing intellectual property litigation a plus. + Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, PowerPoint and Excel a plus....

Workers Comp/Personal Injury Attorney

  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Associate Attorney with 1 to 10 years of experience in workers' compensation / personal injury law on the plaintiff side....

Workers Comp/Personal Injury Attorney

  • New Haven, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 6 days ago

Associate Attorney with 1 to 10 years of experience in workers' compensation / personal injury law on the plaintiff side....

Workers Comp/Personal Injury Attorney

  • Waterbury, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Associate Attorney with 1 to 10 years of experience in workers' compensation / personal injury law on the plaintiff side....

Workers Comp/Personal Injury Attorney

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Associate Attorney with 1 to 10 years of experience in workers' compensation / personal injury law on the plaintiff side....

Immigration Attorney

  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago

We are expanding our team and seeking a dedicated, experienced Immigration Attorney who is passionate about immigrant rights and committed to excellence in advocacy....

Associate Attorney

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Join our team as a full-time associate attorney specializing in Wills, Trusts, and Estates....

Customer Relationship Advocate

  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago

At Citizens, our mission is to help clients, colleagues and communities reach their potential. We do this through our distinguished client-centric culture, having a mindset of continuous...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.75 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life...

Family Violence Victim Advocate - Full Time - Middletown, CT

  • Middletown, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 8 days ago

The FVVAs work in the court as part of the Family Violence Intervention Unit, administered by Court Support Services (CSSD) and assist CSSD and the State Attorneys Office in recognizing the choices...

Personal Injury Attorney

  • Waterbury, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Experience PI attorneys 1-3 yrs : Milwaukee, WI Entry-level PI attorneys (State Admitted) : Middletown, NY New City, NY Newburgh, NY Monticello, NY Waterbury, CT Join Our Growing Team at Sobo & Sobo...

Demographic Data for New Haven, CT

Moving to New Haven, CT? Find some basic demographic data about New Haven, CT below.


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Salary for Attorney Jobs in New Haven, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in New Haven, CT offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
72.9%
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 New Haven, CT
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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