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How much does an Lawyer IV make in the United States? The average Lawyer IV salary in the United States is $186,900 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $163,900 and $208,100. 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 IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lawyer IV Salary $142,960 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lawyer IV Salary $163,900 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lawyer IV Salary $186,900 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lawyer IV Salary $208,100 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lawyer IV Salary $227,401 US February 26, 2024
25% $163,900 10% $142,960 90% $227,401 75% $208,100 $186,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lawyer IV provides advanced and independent legal advice to an organization, prepares resolutions, reports, guidelines and participates in major legal actions. Examines contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, etc. and reviews various agreements, documents. Being a Lawyer IV requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Works closely with other departments to foresee and protect company against legal risks. In addition, Lawyer IV typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Lawyer IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as a Lawyer IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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