Attorney Jobs in Louisiana

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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Are you a skilled attorney looking to make a difference in the legal field? Teresa King, Esquire, LLC is seeking a Criminal Attorney to join our team in Houma, Louisiana....

Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Beacon Hill Legal seeks US barred attorneys in the Louisiana market to join our remote review teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kick off during May....

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Mississippi Contract Attorney

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago

We have a Contract position open for a Mississippi licensed attorney to join our litigation team....

Admitted Attorney Document Review Projects

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Beacon Hill Legal seeks US barred attorneys in the Louisiana market to join our remote review teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kick off during May....

Remote Work

Partnership Track Tax Associate

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 9 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 9 hours ago

Kean Miller is committed to supporting and encouraging our attorneys though our mentor program as well as our robust in-house attorney development program....

Customer Advocate

  • Mandeville, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you dont match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're...

Sales Advocate

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : PortAllen, LA Position Type : Full-Time/Part-Time Salary Range : $25000.00 - $50000.00 Base+Commission/year Job Category : Store Sales Description Mobilelink - Sales...

Family Law Attorney

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience as a North Carolina-licensed litigation attorney....

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Insurance Defense Attorney

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

litigation in Louisiana....

Attorney- Business Group

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Associate Attorney ( Location - Baton Rouge, LA) A regional reputable law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Business Practice Group....

Bilingual Sales Advocate

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : LAFAYETTE, LA Position Type : Full-Time/Part-Time Salary Range : $25000.00 - $50000.00 Base+Commission/year Job Category : Store Sales Description Mobilelink-Bilingual...

Patient and Provider Advocate- Slidell

  • Slidell, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 6 days ago

Refers complaints which involve the threat of litigation to Risk Management. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of all patient contacts....

Customer Service Delivery Advocate

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago

We're looking for Customer Advocates with at least 2 years of customer-facing experience to build an exciting career at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

Staff Attorney, LBF My Community Cares

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

Law practice/litigation experience. Outstanding legal research and writing skills. Commitment to social justice lawyering....

Pharmacy Technician - Patient Advocate - Specialty Pharmacy

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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