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...

Developer Advocate

  • Jericho, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Jericho, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Our ibm.com team designs, builds, writes, publishes, localizes, and optimizes our digital content to provide a productive experience for all IBM constituencies.As a Developer Advocate within the...

Foreclosure Attorney

  • Melville, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Foreclosure Attorney Full Time Professional Melville, NY, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1127 Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually The Opportunity CDCLI is seeking an Attorney to join our...

Associate Attorney - Family & Matrimonial Law

  • Hempstead, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hempstead, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

The Role: They are seeking a talented and dedicated Associate Attorney with 3 to 10 years of experience practicing matrimonial and family law....

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

  • Mineola, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate Location: Westbury, NY | Schedule: Full Time, 35 hour per week | Status: Non-Exempt |Salary Range: $22.64/Hour The Opportunity Family and Children's Association...

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  • South Setauket, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Setauket, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.00 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...

Alternative Investments & Private Markets Attorney : Job Level - Vice President

  • Purchase, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Purchase, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The attorney will have significant interaction with the business unit, and will work closely with the other attorneys on the Alternative Investments and Private Markets legal teams....

Senior Attorney (NY HELPS)

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

The attorney will review the noncompliance file, issue a Notice of Hearing and handle all phases of administrative litigation of the noncompliance case before an impartial hearing officer, including...

Healthcare Advocate - Field Position in Brooklyn or Queens NY

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

At Optum, youll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career,...

Patent Legal Associate

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Legal Support: o Provide support for IP-related litigation, due diligence, freedom-to-operate analysis, and opinion work as needed....

M&A/Private Equity Attorney for Insurance Firm

  • Uniondale, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Uniondale, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

TITLE : Senior Transactional Risk Consultant/M&A Associate Attorney LOCATION : New York DEPARTMENT : Specialty M&A SUMMARY This role is the Subject Matter Expert related to R&W Insurance (RWI) products...

Corporate Legal Associate (Attorney)

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

Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with attorneys across practice areas such as tax, IP, and finance to ensure seamless deal execution....

Attorney - Trust & Estates, Elder Care

  • Huntingtn Sta, NY (3 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntingtn Sta, NY (3 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

With multiple offices on Long Island, they are expanding and seek an experienced attorney to work out of their Melville, NY Office. The position is full-time in the office....

Client Legal Services Attorney Senior Consultant II

  • Uniondale, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Uniondale, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

#LI-JA2 Skills Client Documentation, Evidence Gathering, Legal Document Preparation, Litigation, Torts Compensation Compensation offered for this role is $66,800.00 - 120,650.00 annually and is based...

Insurance Defense Attorney

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

Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. - Admission to the state bar in New York - Minimum 3 years of experience in GL litigation. - Strong analytical, research, and...

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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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