Attorney Jobs in Richmond, VA

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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Attorney- Commercial Real estate

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join our team....

Commercial Real Estate Attorney

  • Mechanicsville, VA (15 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (15 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Their attorneys and staff are united by shared values such as accountability, quality, collegiality, and reputation....

Customer Advocate

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you dont match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're...

Conflicts Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

Description: We are seeking a Conflicts Attorney within the conflicts clearing team....

Senior Conflicts Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

General Description: We are seeking a Senior Conflict Attorney to assist our attorneys with clearing conflicts related to new business intake, while protecting the firm and its clients from adversity...

Assistant County Attorney II or III (CD)

  • Hanover, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanover, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Organization: The Assistant County Attorney I reports to the County Attorney and the Deputy County Attorneys....

City Attorney

  • Colonial Heights, VA (21 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (21 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 7 days ago

interpreting contracts, leases, claims, and purchases; advising on planning and zoning issues, employee relations, and labor law; responding to Freedom of Information Act requests and subpoenas; and civil litigation...

Commercial Contracts Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago

This position is responsible for assisting in Albireo's contracts and similar legal areas. An individual in this position will be expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and...

Associate Attorneys WANTED

  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago

Currently Hiring in the Following Practice Areas: Commercial Litigation Civil Litigation Commercial Real Estate Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Civil Litigation in Fairfax (Virginia & Maryland...

Assistant Attorney General, Health Services

  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago

Title: Assistant Attorney General, Health Services State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience Pay Band: UG Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law Location...

Environmental Senior Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago

Environmental Senior Attorney Location: Richmond, VA Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks an experienced attorney to join its highly ranked nationally recognized Environmental Law practice group as a non-partnership...

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 15 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a global law firm, is seeking a securities lawyer with 6+ years of experience managing structured securities offerings for their client's Investment Funds Group. Interested...

Family Law Attorney - Richmond, Virginia

  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago

: mid level job title: Family Law Attorney SMITH | STRONG, PLC, family law (divorce/custody/adoptions), estate/fiduciary litigation, and estate planning, in the West End of Richmond, seeks attorney...

Customer Advocate, Specialist Team Lead

  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago

The Customer Advocate Team Lead Specialist will be responsible for providing general office administrative and support tasks to the legal department to ensure proper tracking and organization of...

Mortgage Advocate/Office of the President

  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 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...

Demographic Data for Richmond, VA

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Richmond, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA
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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