Attorney Jobs in Newark, NJ

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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Insurance Defense Attorney

civil litigation....

Communities Resist

HOUSING ATTORNEY - GROUP REPRESENTATION (Hybrid)

Communities Resist (CoRe), seeks a housing attorney to join a team combating gentrification, displacement, social disenfranchisement, and structural injustice through affirmative litigation before housing...

Wisniewski & Associates, LLC

Senior Associate Attorney or Partner Position

complete filings, and submissions; supervise paralegals. * Manage files by monitoring schedules; expediting requirements; obtaining and forwarding information. * Appear on behalf of clients or support other...

Goldberg Weprin Finkel Goldstein LLP

Real Estate Finance Attorney

Midtown real estate boutique seeks associate with 4+ years of experience for Finance Department. Responsibilities include providing legal advice and representation for clients in real estate...

Family Advocate-Children Mobile Crisis Team

  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Overview VNS Health Family Advocates embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility by helping children and their families access life changing resources whether its basic needs of...

Attorney

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

product liability or interest in litigation with a desire to learn....

Senior Patent Manager / Senior Patent Counsel

  • New Providence, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Providence, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

A qualification as a registered patent attorney Strong technological background and familiarity with cellular communication standards such as LTE and 5G, and/ or IP networks M.Sc. or similar qualification...

Advocate Mentor

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Advocate Mentor AIM (Advocate, Intervene, Mentor) is an intensive mentoring and advocacy program serving adolescents between the ages of 13 and 18 who are on juvenile probation or at-risk of...

Agency Attorney 02

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

AGENCY ATTORNEY 02 NYC HOUSING AUTHORITY Posted On: 06/12/2025 Full-Time Location NYC-ALL BOROS No Exam Required Department Law Dept-Housing Litigation Salary Range: $95,450.00 - $100,000.00 Job Description...

Corporate/Employment Counsel - New York

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Katten is seeking a highly qualified Counsel to join its Corporate Department to focus on employment and labor matters. Candidates can be based in any U.S. Katten office. Candidates should have at...

Attorney Coach and Trainer- Labor and Employment Law

  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 hours 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....

Immigration Lawyer

  • Elmwood Park, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Prepare and file a wide range of legal documents and petitions for removal defense cases, including asylum, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status; draft and submit legal briefs,...

Assistant United States Attorney

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Assistant United Stes Attorney Department of Justice Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S....

Help Manage Attorney Email and Help Out With Admin Work (Remote)

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

un Help Manage Attorney Email and Help Out With Admin Work (Remote) (Brooklyn) compensation: $20/hr. Good afternoon. I'm a solo practice attorney....

Remote Work

Chief Court Attorney

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Principal Court Attorneys and/or Court Attorneys-Referee, in courts with a service population exceeding 400,000....

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Newark, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Newark, NJ offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.0%
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 Newark, NJ
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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