Attorney Jobs in Hinsdale, IL

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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Family Law Associate Attorney

  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Experience in family law is required....

Remote Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Associate Attorney Pre-Litigation

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

un Remote Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Associate Attorney Pre-Litigation (Chicago) TorkLaw image 1 of 1 compensation: $95k-$120k+ DOE employment type: job title: Remote Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Associate Attorney...

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Remote Associate Attorney Pre-Litigation

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

un Remote Associate Attorney Pre-Litigation (Chicago) TorkLaw image 1 of 1 compensation: $95k-$120k+ DOE employment type: job title: Remote Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Associate Attorney Pre ALL APPLICANTIONS...

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Labor & Employment Attorney

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Labor & Employment Attorney | Join a Practice That Values Practical Strategy and Real Impact Are you a Labor & Employment Attorney seeking a platform where your voice is heard, your skills are...

The Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial is $17.75 USD per hour. The Pay Range / Rango salarial is $17.75 USD - $26.65 USD per hour. ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all...

Corporate Finance - Banking/Regulatory Attorney (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Melanie Chico Practice Group/Leader: Corporate Finance/Diana Tsai Department/Director: Business Services/Wilhelm Liebmann Dykema's Chicago office seeks an experienced banking and financial services attorney...

Family Law Associate Attorney

  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-regarded family law firm in St. Charles, IL on an exciting new opportunity for a Family Law Associate....

Attorney Support - Team Lead

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

of the PROS team in the office, while organizing, assigning, delegating, and coordinating the work of the attorney support team to ensure department objectives are met in a timely manner....

Associate Attorney

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Role Description We are seeking a Litigation Associate attorney to join the Professional Liability Practice Group in our Chicago office....

Real Estate Attorney

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Beacon Hill is partnering with a leading Chicago mid-size firm in their search for a Real Estate Associate to join their growing practice group. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years' real estate...

Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney - Mid to Senior Level

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Our team of attorneys has significant experience assisting individuals and families with sophisticated estate and tax planning techniques as well as creating and administering family offices, administering...

Employment Attorney

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

If your practice is primarily litigation, this partner is willing to train on the counseling and deal work. The most important experience is a solid working knowledge of L&E issues....

Juvenile Justice Advocate

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Juvenile Justice Advocate Lawrence Hall Chicago, IL, USA 12 hours ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description WHO WE ARE : Annually serving over 1,400 youth and families, Lawrence Hall is a...

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1437)

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial is $17.25 USD per hour. The Pay Range / Rango salarial is $17.25 USD - $25.90 USD per hour. ALL ABOUT TARGET As a Fortune 50 company with more...

Insurance Defense Attorney

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Hinsdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Insurance Defense Attorney | Opportunity for Growth with a Respected Litigation Team A well-regarded litigation firm is seeking an Insurance Defense Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its...

Demographic Data for Hinsdale, IL

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Hinsdale, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Hinsdale, IL 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 Hinsdale, IL
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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