Attorney Jobs in Vermont

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
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterbury, VT
  • 3 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 3 days ago

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

States Attorneys Victim Advocate

  • Saint Albans, VT
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Albans, VT
  • 14 days ago

Works to ensure fair treatment of the victim by the entities with whom the victim may interact (State's Attorneys, law enforcement, courts, corrections, etc.)....

Customer Service Advocate

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 16 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 16 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
  • 18 days ago
  • Chelsea, VT
  • 18 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
  • 21 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 21 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....

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.25 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...

Associate Client Advocate - Commercial Insurance (Transportation & Logistics)

  • Burlington, VT
  • 23 days ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 23 days ago

The Associate Client Advocate (ACA) client-facing functions utilizing the colleagues advanced skills in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance and is responsible for a blend of internal...

Senior Attorney - 56677-VT

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 24 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 24 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...

Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food & Beverage, Front of Stor at Target in South Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description Starting Hourly Rate...

Small Business Advocate

  • Burlington, VT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 30+ days ago

Small Business Advocate Posting Summary Serve as an integral part of the Attorney General's Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) and Small Business Initiative (SBI) to provide support to businesses seeking...

Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T3306)

  • South Burlington, VT
  • 30+ days ago
  • South Burlington, VT
  • 30+ days ago

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.25 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 of...

Deputy States Attorney, Windham County

  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 30+ days ago

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

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

Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $18.25 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...

Demographic Data for Vermont

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Vermont

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Vermont 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 Vermont
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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