Attorney Jobs in Iowa

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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Patient Advocate Representative - Mercy Hospital

  • Clearfield, IA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Clearfield, IA
  • 19 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for screening self-pay patients at hospital bedside for eligibility in various governmental and non-governmental programs. Responsible for identifying all sources of...

Mental Health Advocate Supervisor

  • Ames, IA
  • moments ago
  • Ames, IA
  • moments ago

Mental Health Advocate Supervisor Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors...

Customer Success Advocate II

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Lumen Customer Success Advocate II in Des Moines , Iowa About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and...

M&A Associate Attorney

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

M&A Associate Attorney Des Moines, Iowa | Direct (Permanent) Full Time | $ 165,000 - $ 205,000 per year March 10, 2025 | Job ID: 0310251 - TLW_......

Public Defender 1

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago

Negotiate plea bargains, dismissals, or other disposition of assigned cases with prosecuting attorneys....

Senior Manager, Provider Advocate & Project Team

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

CVS Health Senior Manager, Provider Advocate & Project Team in Des Moines , Iowa At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated...

Public Defender 2 - Waterloo Juvenile (Winneshiek Co. Rural)

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago

Negotiate plea bargains, dismissals, or other disposition of assigned cases with prosecuting attorneys....

Legal Services - New Law - Senior Associate

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism TRS Consulting Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and...

Energy Attorney (4-9 yrs)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

The attorney will support the team in a variety of tasks, including legal research, drafting permitting applications, motion practice, regulatory filings, litigation, and appearing before county boards...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 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...

Public Defender 2 - Waterloo Juvenile (Winneshiek Co. Rural)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago

Negotiate plea bargains, dismissals, or other disposition of assigned cases with prosecuting attorneys....

Disaster Case Advocate (Clay County)

  • Spencer, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Spencer, IA
  • 4 days ago

The Tetra Tech Disaster Recovery Team is seeking a dedicated Case Advocate to support relief efforts in Iowa following the Spring 2024 disaster events. This role involves providing case management...

Attorney

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Dispute avoidance counseling, dispute and litigation management, outside counsel management. Provides legal advice in matters involving new business opportunities and unregulated businesses....

Associate Attorney Criminal Defense

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff in a hybrid/remote work environment....

Associate Attorney Estate Planning

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff in a hybrid/remote work environment....

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Iowa offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.3%
Bachelor's Degree
12.7%
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 Iowa
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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