Attorney Jobs in Virginia

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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Corporate Governance Attorney

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

POSITION TITLE Corporate Governance Attorney POSITION LOCATION Richmond, VA YOUR ROLE As a Corporate Governance Attorney, youll work alongside our Deputy Corporate Secretary to ensure compliance with...

Legal Aid Justice Center

CoDeputy Director of Advocacy (Hybrid)

Cultivating respect for the work of and expanding resources for non-attorney staff who are disproportionately people of color....

Experience with impact advocacy (e.g., impact litigation, organizing, policy advocacy, etc.) 6 years of practice as an attorney Experience opening up a new office or starting a new organization....

International Employment Attorney (Multi Office)

  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Summary DLA Piper seeks a non-partnership track employment attorney with 5+ years of experience for our Employment Group....

Remote Work

Surety Senior Claims Professional Attorney

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Drafting case summary reports in connection with significant reserve increases and trial preparation Directing activities of defense counsel You must be able to travel approximately 25% to visit project...

Remote Work

Civil Litigator - Richmond, VA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate will have 4-8+ years of litigation experience with superior legal writing and research abilities, exceptional client service skills, and a strong desire to take a lead role in case...

Document Review Staff Attorney

  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 day ago

Summary DLA Piper seeks review attorneys for its internal Document Review Center....

Real Estate Attorney - Investment Funds Group (Multi Office)

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

This is a professional track/non-partnership track Attorney position. This position can be structured as either a full-time or part-time position....

Remote Work

Commercial Real Estate Attorney

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 1 day ago

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

Assistant County Attorney II or III (CD)

  • Hanover, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, VA
  • 1 day ago

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

FT Staff or PT Private Attorneys

  • Danville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Danville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Attorneys with 2 years practice in other states can practice for legal aid in VA without exam....

Attorney

  • McLean, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Seeking a Licensed Attorney with 7-10 years of experience....

Customer Success Advocate II

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

Lumen Customer Success Advocate II in Richmond , Virginia About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and...

Attorney - Assistant Public Defender I - Pulaski

  • Pulaski, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pulaski, VA
  • 3 days ago

The attorney will handle criminal cases for adults and juveniles in various stages of litigation....

Licensed Virginia Attorney, prefer: Bi-Lingual Spanish

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 3 days ago

If you are newly licensed, our 20 year practice average attorneys will gladly mentor you....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Virginia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.3%
Bachelor's Degree
12.7%
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 Virginia
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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