Attorney Jobs in Syracuse, 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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Assistant Attorney 1/ Assistant Attorney 2/ Assistant Attorney 3 / Senior Attorney (NY HELPS)

  • State of New York
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Attorney 2/ Assistant Attorney 3 / Senior Attorney (NY HELPS) Occupational CategoryLegal Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $66951 to...

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Torts & Products Liability Attorney

  • Barclay Damon LLP
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 4 days ago

, and Toronto, is seeking a full-time attorney for our Torts & Products Liability Defense Practice Area....

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Bilingual Sales Advocate (62991)

  • Mobilelink
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Syracuse, NY 13214Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary Range: $30,000.00 - $50,000.00 Base+Commission/yearJob Category: Store SalesMobilelink-Bilingual Sales Advocate...

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Claim Attorney

  • PMA Companies
  • De Witt, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • De Witt, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago

As a member of our in-house counsel legal department, you will be primarily responsible for the litigation of insurance company and third party administrator claims for NY Workers Compensation....

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Associate Attorney

  • Lydecker LLP
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 10 days ago

is seeking an associate attorney with 2+ years of experience for its Syracuse, New York office....

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Family Development Advocate, Syracuse Eastside Family Resource Center

  • PEACE, Inc.
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 days ago

Family Development Advocate, Syracuse Eastside Family Resource Center SCHEDULE: Full-time, weekdays, 8:30am to 4:30pm, 52 weeks per year. May be required to work occasional evenings or weekends...

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Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

  • Syracuse Community Health
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 17 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Utilize the combination of lived experience, excellent interpersonal skills and NYS OASAS approved training and certification to engage, advocate, reinforce treatment engagement...

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Court Attorney Series

  • State of New York
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 18 days ago

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Associate Court Attorneys research and analyze complex legal issues and questions and may be responsible for supervision of attorneys and support staff who are located...

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Youth ACT Family Peer Specialist (FPA) (Family/Youth Peer Advocate)

  • Helio Health
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago

Overview Be a part of a ground-breaking new program! Join Helio Health's Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team (Formerly Circare), serving families and youth in Onondaga County. This...

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Supervising Attorney-Misdemeanor Defense Program

  • Hiscock Legal Aid Society
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 22 days ago

The program staff under the Managing Attorney and Supervising Attorney will be nine staff attorneys, a social worker, an investigator, and four law assistants....

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Attorney-Civil Program

  • Hiscock Legal Aid
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 23 days ago

Attorneys receive guidance from supervising attorneys and are supported by a team of dedicated law assistants....

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Advocate

  • Youth Advocate Program Inc
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 days ago

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: Hourly, part-time positions serving youth and families throughout Onondaga County and Syracuse Area are available....

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Advocate

  • Liberty_Resources
  • Auburn, NY (23 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Auburn, NY (23 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 27 days ago

We are currently seeking a passionate Advocate to support our Help Restore Hope Program in Oneida, NY. Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of...

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Part-time Faculty Waiver Request - Foundational Skills for Attorney Licensing (JDi)

  • Syracuse University
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 28 days ago

Part-time Faculty Waiver Request - Foundational Skills for Attorney Licensing (JDi) Location: Syracuse, NY Pay Range: $1,750 per credit hour Pay Determination: Salary offers at Syracuse University will...

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(Full-Time/Substitute) Mental Health Advocate - TL Apartments

  • Oco Default Branding
  • Fulton, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Fulton, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Sign On Bonus Opportunities** Multiple Full-Time Shifts Available, One Substitute Shift Hourly Rate: $17.26 - $22.45 Grade 13 Full-Time Shift - 30 Hours Per Week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday -...

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Demographic Data for Syracuse, NY

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Syracuse, NY offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
72.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
7.5%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.5%
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 Syracuse, 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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