Attorney Jobs in Lexington, SC

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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Personal Injury Attorney Recognized as Top Place to Work in 2020!

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Monge & Associates has an amazing opportunity for Personal Injury Attorneys seeking career growth and advancement within a dynamic team environment that involves handling your own Personal Injury cases...

On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1319)

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 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...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 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...

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $15.00 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...

Civil Defense Attorney

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Advocate II

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Customer Service Advocate II Call Center Position Job Summary: Join our dynamic team as a Customer Service Advocate II, where you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional service to our...

Associate Attorney: Defense Product Liability

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Associate Attorney: Defense Product Liability LOCATION Columbia, SC Hybrid TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $120,000 - $170,000 / yr ID FL......

CSS Attorney III / 61015057, 61015134, 61015153

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Attorney III-Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Must satisfactorily complete a DRUG SCREENING, CREDIT CHECK, DELINQUENT TAX CHECK, ATTORNEY GRIEVANCE CHECK, AND SLED BACKGROUND CHECK....

CSS Attorney III / 61013620, 61013146, 61015149

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Attorney II - 60027456 & 61069392

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago

The Attorney II may serve as advice counsel in administrative proceedings....

County Attorney III / 61014782

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred....

Workers' Compensation Attorney - 60025640

  • Lexington, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 9 days ago

The Workers' Compensation Attorney, acting as member of the Legal Services team for the agency, will: Represent State Accident Fund in litigation before the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission...

Remote Work

Claims Customer Service Advocate II

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Candidate would handle provider service calls, responding and answering any questions providers may have Responsible for responding to customer inquiries. Inquiries may be non-routine and require...

Intellectual Property Counsel

  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (12 miles from Lexington, SC)
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced attorney to join our legal team....

Demographic Data for Lexington, SC

Moving to Lexington, SC? Find some basic demographic data about Lexington, SC below.


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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Lexington, SC

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Lexington, SC 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 Lexington, SC
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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