Attorney Jobs in Springfield, 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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This position will analyze evidence discovered under applicable federal and state statutes and rules to determine whether criminal prosecution, disciplinary, or licensure action is warranted....

Client Advocate Leader Meritain TPA

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Client Advocate Leader Meritain TPA CVS Health - 3.2 Springfield, IL Job Details Full-time $67,900 - $182,549 a year 1 day ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Health insurance Flexible...

Admitted Attorneys for Document Review Projects - KY22522_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the Kentucky market for projects slated tokick off during the month of April....

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Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - STA102623EVL_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the CT market to join our remote reviewteams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kickoff during April....

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Admitted Attorneys for Document Review - NJ02252022_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the NJ market to join our remote reviewteams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kickoff during April....

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Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - HOU51823EVL_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the Dallas market to join our remote reviewteams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kickoff during April....

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Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - NO102623EVL_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the Louisiana market to join our remotereview teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline lookingto kick off during April....

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Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - DAL22522_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the Dallas market to join our remote reviewteams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kickoff during April....

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Dealer Relations Advocate

  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago

General information** **Ref #** 19553 **Remote?** No **Ally and Your Career** *Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that's more than some cliche people put on job postings. We...

Customer Advocate I

  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding,...

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney - LT04102025SFO_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago

at Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC in Springfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Beacon Hill's client, a global law firm, is seeking a securities attorney for their Investment Funds Group...

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney

  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a global law firm, is seeking a securities lawyer with 6+ years of experience managing structured securities offerings for their client's Investment Funds Group. Interested...

Litigation Defense Attorney - LT02052025SFO_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 14 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Beacon Hill\'sclient, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking California-licensed attorneyswith recent experience in litigation defense.- **Location:...

Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - ALB102623EVL_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the New York market to join our remotereview teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline lookingto kick off during April....

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Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects - JAK102623EVL_11-4658

  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 18 days ago

Beacon Hill Legalseeks US barred attorneys in the Mississippi market to join our remotereview teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline lookingto kick off during April....

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Demographic Data for Springfield, IL

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Springfield, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Springfield, IL 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 Springfield, 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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