Attorney Jobs in Melville, NY

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 Attorney - Special Education Experience Required

Associate Attorney - Special Education Experience Required This is a full-time on-site role for an experienced (4+ years) Special Education Attorney position at Guercio & Guercio, LLP located in Farmingdale...

Agency Attorney Intern

  • Corona, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Corona, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

-Confer with technical subject matter specialists and other attorneys, both inside and outside the agency, to further understand effective legal and policy strategies.AGENCY ATTORNEY INTERNE - 30086QualificationsGraduation...

Agency Attorney Level 1-4

  • East Elmhurst, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • East Elmhurst, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

the Trials and Litigation Unit....

Family Advocate

  • Rego Park, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rego Park, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Make a bigger difference PURPOSE: Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services are focused on improving or ameliorating the significant functional impairments and sever symptomatology...

Attorney- General Liability

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Attorney to join our team....

EEO Attorney

  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Attorney assigned to EEO must be familiar with the Department and City's EEO and RA policy. Attorney may be required to visit facilities for site visits or other purposes at times....

Peer Advocate , HIV Support Services (Queens)

  • Jamaica, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Peer Advocate, HIV Support Services (Queens) Jamaica, Queens, NY ( Health Care Coordination Job Type Part-time Description Title: Peer Advocate, HIV Support Services (Queens) Department:Health...

Assistant District Attorney: FOIL and Civil Litigation Unit

  • Kew Gardens, NY (22 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kew Gardens, NY (22 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary: We are seeking an attorney with three or more years of experience to work in the FOIL and Civil Litigation Unit....

Associate Attorney

  • Mineola, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mineola, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

cases and represent clients before Workers' Compensation Law Judges and Federal Law Judges; manage settlement; and handle legal marketing.Juris Doctor (J.D.) in Law, 12 months of experience as an Attorney...

Personal Injury Attorney

  • Westbury, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbury, NY (9 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

They are seeking a Personal Injury Attorney to join their team of top-rated attorneys....

Customer Relationship Advocate

  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rye, NY (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Customer Relationship Advocate Citizens Rye, United States Posted 14 hours ago Permanent Competitive Customer Relationship Advocate Citizens Rye, United States Customer Relationship Advocate...

Attorney Coach and Trainer- Labor and Employment Law

  • Woodbury, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (4 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 days ago

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S....

Attorney Series, Special Litigation and Appeals Unit

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 days ago

AND APPEALS UNITGARDEN CITY, NASSAU COUNTYCLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIALASSIGNMENT: This position is primarily focused on appellate practice and requires exceptional legal writing and...

Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

  • Ronkonkoma, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ronkonkoma, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Job: Trusts, Estates & Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney (Long Island) Location: Long Island, NY (In-office MF, with potential to WFH 1 day/week) Experience: 35 years litigation Salary: $140,000...

Parker Waichman LLP - Personal Injury Accident Attorneys

  • Forest Hills, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Forest Hills, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

As a personal injury attorney in Forest Hills, we have a deep understanding of New York laws and how they impact your case....

Demographic Data for Melville, NY

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Melville, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Melville, NY 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 Melville, NY
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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