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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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....

Title: Assistant Attorney General/Special Assistant United States Attorney, Major Crimes and Emerging Threats State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience...

Family Law Attorney

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago

PLDR Law seeks to add a motivated, experienced, team-oriented attorney to our Danville office to make an immediate impact in our growing, 13-attorney firm....

Assistant Commonwealth Attorney II

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is currently seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney II....

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....

Assistant Commonwealths Attorney III

  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago

Assists in training less experienced attorneys; assists other attorneys as needed in the preparation of cases; recognizes and responds to the concerns of support staff....

Assistant City Attorney I or II

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 2 days ago

The work also includes litigation in both state and federal courts as well as administrative proceedings. Reports to the City Attorney....

Commercial Real Estate Attorney

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 3 days ago

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

Part-Time Victim/Witness Advocate

  • Gloucester, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gloucester, VA
  • 4 days ago

Reports to Victim Witness Coordinator and the Commonwealths Attorney. Assists victims. Provides crisis intervention services. Prepares witnesses for participation in trial proceedings....

Customer Advocate

  • Hampton, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampton, 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...

Membership Sales Advocate - Located in Christiansburg, VA

  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

Located in Christiansburg, VA Job Description: Territory Sales Manager Radford, VA Location: Hybrid (90% field-based within the market; 10% remote) Candidate must live within 50 to 75 miles of...

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

  • Tysons, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Tysons, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanover, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA
  • 6 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...

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
73.2%
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 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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