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How much does an Lawyer I make in the United States? The average Lawyer I salary in the United States is $101,490 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,190 and $117,590. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Lawyer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $74,171 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $87,190 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $101,490 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $117,590 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lawyer I Salary $132,248 US February 26, 2024
25% $87,190 10% $74,171 90% $132,248 75% $117,590 $101,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lawyer I provides legal advice to an organization, prepares resolutions, reports, guidelines and participates in major legal actions. Reviews contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, etc., and reviews drafts of various agreements and documents. Being a Lawyer I participates in Legal department initiatives such as template agreement development and recommends to senior management on how to respond to legal issues or proposed changes in laws and regulations. Works closely with other departments to foresee and protect company against legal risks. In addition, Lawyer I requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Lawyer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Lawyer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Lawyer I

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

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    Lawyer II

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

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