Attorney Jobs in North Dakota

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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Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $17.00 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...

Assistant State's Attorney II - with Under Fill

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 1 day ago

attorneys, county officials, and law enforcement....

Attorney (II, III, or Senior)

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago

structure, antitrust, natural resources law, administrative law, employee benefit plan matters, labor relations, contracts, real estate, labor and employment issues, credit and collections, claims and litigation...

Criminal Lawyer

  • Harlow, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Harlow, ND
  • 2 days ago

Criminal Lawyer - Leading Firm in Essex Salary: Up to 40,000 + Excellent Benefits Location: Essex (Office-based) Are you a passionate Criminal Lawyer looking to take the next step in your legal...

Assistant States Attorney II - with Under Fill

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago

attorneys, county officials, and law enforcement....

Document Review Attorney

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 2 days ago

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking Document Review Attorneys for a fully remote, temporary position with our client. This is a full-time role, Monday - Friday, during standard business hours....

Remote Work

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.00 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...

Harm Reduction Advocate, Withdrawal Management Unit - Days

  • Fargo, ND
  • 2 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 2 days ago

The Harm Reduction Advocate provides and enhances safe emergency shelter, drop-in services, and intoxication and withdrawal management (WMU). The advocate meets the immediate needs of homeless...

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1783)

  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Forks, ND
  • 4 days ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.00 USD per hour ALL ABOUT TARGET As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.25 USD per hour **ALL ABOUT TARGET** As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one...

IP Litigation & Enforcement Attorney

  • West Fargo, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • West Fargo, ND
  • 8 days ago

(Bobcat) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team....

Remote Work

Customer Success Advocate II

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 8 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Customer Success Advocate I

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 8 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 8 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Participant Advocate

  • Mountain, ND
  • 10 days ago
  • Mountain, ND
  • 10 days ago

The successful Participant Advocate I will be a positive, empathetic, and patient person that is passionate about giving excellent service.A The purpose of this role is to service participants by...

Contract Attorney

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 12 days ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 12 days ago

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working on either warranty or mass tort matters....

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Demographic Data for North Dakota

Moving to North Dakota? Find some basic demographic data about North Dakota below.


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Salary for Attorney Jobs in North Dakota

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in North Dakota 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 North Dakota
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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