Attorney Jobs in Ohio

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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Performs a variety of ancillary analytical and investigations-related services in direct support of litigation....

Family lawyer

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Family Law Attorney A well-established Columbus law firm is seeking an attorney with 3-5+ years of legal experience to join its Family Law Practice Group....

Family lawyer

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Family Law Attorney A well-established Columbus law firm is seeking an attorney with 3-5+ years of legal experience to join its Family Law Practice Group....

Family lawyer

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Family Law Attorney A well-established Columbus law firm is seeking an attorney with 3-5+ years of legal experience to join its Family Law Practice Group....

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Ross County

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Chillicothe, OH Position Type : Contingent Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Road Warrior Job Shift : First Job Category :...

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Stark County

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : Canton, OH Position Type : Contingent Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Road Warrior Job Category : Nonprofit - Social...

Member Care Advocate

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description At CME, we believe in Banking That Has Your Back. As an employer who is ranked as one of the Best Employers in Ohio and is the recipient of several Top Work Places...

Attorney 4 - 20087239

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Coordinates with the Department's Chief Legal Counsel, the Division Chiefs, and the Ohio Attorney General's Office on the negotiation, settlement, and/or litigation of legal matters, including the filing...

Privacy Attorney (Remote)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago

An employer is seeking a direct hire candidate for a Privacy Attorney or Privacy Counsel role in Cincinnati (or remote)....

Remote Work

Associate attorney real estate

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago

Associate attorney real estate LOCATION Cincinnati, OH TYPE Direct Hire ID AN78-2744526 POSTED Apr 23, 2025 Growing Ohio real estate law firm is looking for a transactional associate attorney to join...

Part-Time Social & Brand Advocate (Education Focus)

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

un Part-Time Social & Brand Advocate (Education Focus) (Cleveland) image 1 of 1 compensation: TBD Are you the kind of marketer who lights up when you're talking about kids, learning, and big ideas...

Client Advocate I

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Client Advocate I CVS Health - 3.2 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time $43,888 - $102,081 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Health insurance Flexible spending account...

EMT Legal Associate

  • Dublin, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 2 days ago

Paralegal Studies or equivalent Qualifications & Characteristics for this EMT Legal Associate : 1+ years of experience with review of medical records and/orpleting legal documentation Experience with mass tort...

Claims Adjuster - Attorney Represented Injury

  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago

As a claims adjuster specialist, you'll play a critical role managing attorney represented bodily injury (BI) claims....

Attorney - Cleveland, Ohio. Job in Cleveland Gr8Jobs

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 days ago

Reminger's Cleveland office is looking for an experienced litigation attorney in our medical malpractice department. The ideal candidate would have 5-10 years of substantive litigation experience....

Demographic Data for Ohio

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Ohio offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
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 Ohio
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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