Attorney Jobs in Montpelier, VT

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 General - Department of Mental Health

  • Waterbury, VT (10 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterbury, VT (10 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Vermont Office of the Attorney General, Department of Mental Health Litigation Unit, has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented full-time Assistant Attorney General who will...

CampusGuard Customer Advocate

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 2 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 2 days ago

CampusGuard, a Nelnet Company, provides information security services for campus-based organizations including higher education institutions, healthcare providers, city, county and state...

Customer Service Advocate

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 15 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 15 days ago

Mortgage Advocate/Office of the President will be responsible for resolving and responding to escalated or complex customer complaints from various channels, including internal departments or executives, attorneys...

Deputy States Attorney

  • Chelsea, VT (19 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chelsea, VT (19 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 17 days ago

Overview The Orange County State's Attorney's Office in Chelsea, Vermont is hiring a Deputy State's Attorney....

Document Review Attorney - remdocrevatty_35-4658

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 20 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 20 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Beacon Hill Legal is seeking Document Review Attorneys for a fully remote, temporary position with our client....

Senior Attorney - 56677-VT

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 23 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 23 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: WHAT YOU\'LL BRING - Juris Doctorate or equivalent and license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the United States. - 5...

Senior Attorney

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 30+ days ago

This position may have supervisory responsibility for paralegals and may be asked to supervise other attorneys, legal volunteers, and/or outside counsel....

Remote Work

Labor and Employment Attorney

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 45+ days ago

. + Represent or manage representation in employment-related disputes, including agency actions, administrative claims, mediation, and litigation. + Collaborate with HR and other members of Legal to...

Client Advocate - Remote

  • Washington, VT (15 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, VT (15 miles from Montpelier, VT)
  • 90+ days ago

Employee Benefits is the core of our business and at our heart we are a people-focused organization. Every day, we help over 100,000 employers give their employees peace of mind by providing...

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Montpelier, VT

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Montpelier, VT

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Montpelier, VT 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 Montpelier, VT
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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