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How much does a Counsel I make in Connecticut? The average Counsel I salary in Connecticut is $109,573 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $94,133 and $126,933. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Counsel I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Counsel I Salary $80,076 CT April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Counsel I Salary $94,133 CT April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Counsel I Salary $109,573 CT April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Counsel I Salary $126,933 CT April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Counsel I Salary $142,738 CT April 24, 2024
25% $94,133 10% $80,076 90% $142,738 75% $126,933 $109,573 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Counsel I provides legal advice and counsel in support of business activities and transactions. Responsible for using specialized knowledge of national, state, and/or local laws to advise and represent clients and organizations in criminal or civil proceedings and other legal matters. Being a Counsel I prepares and reviews various agreements, contracts, and other legal documents. Researches and interprets existing laws and regulations and anticipated changes to laws to guide informed decisions and reduce risk. In addition, Counsel I represents the organization in litigation, negotiations, and other matters where legal counsel is required. May have a billable hours requirement. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Counsel I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Counsel I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Our client, an international corporation, headquartered in Connecticut, seeks to hire a. fully REMOTE. in-house counsel to join their lean legal team. Cand...
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Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Counsel I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

  2. Up a level:

    Lawyer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $108,741 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $108,945 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $110,068 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $107,721 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $109,047 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $109,455 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $110,068 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $107,721 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $109,659 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $107,619 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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