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How much does an Lawyer II make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Lawyer II in the United States is $66 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55 and $76. Hourly rate 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 II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lawyer II Salary $46 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lawyer II Salary $55 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lawyer II Salary $66 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lawyer II Salary $76 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lawyer II Salary $85 US March 26, 2024
25% $55 10% $46 90% $85 75% $76 $66 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lawyer II 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 the drafts of various agreements and documents. Being a Lawyer II 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 II 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 II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Lawyer II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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