How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Albuquerque, NM? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in Albuquerque, NM is $96,501 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $83,138 and $111,843. 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. 

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What is a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

A Criminal Defense Lawyer is a lawyer (mostly barristers) specializing in the defense of individuals and companies charged with criminal activity. Some criminal defense lawyers are privately retained, while others are employed by the various jurisdictions with criminal courts for appointment to represent indigent persons; the latter are generally called public defenders. The terminology is imprecise because each jurisdiction may have different practices with various levels of input from state and federal law or consent decrees. Some jurisdictions use a rotating system of appointments, with ju...

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Price Benowitz LLP - Atlanta , GA
The Criminal Defense Attorney will help our firm establish a presence in this market while working independently on cases and focusing on achieving the best possible result for each and every client
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The Matian Firm, APC - Los Angeles , CA
We're looking for an admitted attorney, for an extremely promising Senior Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for an ...
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hrEdge Consulting - Tampa , FL
Salary: $95,000-$105,000/year Bernhardt Riley Attorneys at Law is a boutique law firm serving the Tampa Bay and Northwest Florida areas. The firm's practice includes criminal defense, debt defense ...
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The Nieves Law Firm: Oakland Criminal Defense Attorneys - Oakland , CA
Criminal Defense Associate (6+ Years Felony Experience Necessary) The Nieves Law Firm is focused on ... We are seeking a full-time Senior Attorney with over 6 years of criminal defense experience. The ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Kissell Law Group LLC - Clayton , MO
We are seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to become a part of our team! You will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients facing criminal charges
ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago
Reynolds Defense Firm - Portland , OR
We are seeking an experienced criminal defense attorney who can provide quality legal work and who is excited to help us take great care of our clients - we represent good people who face Oregon DUI ...
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What is the average salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Criminal Defense Lawyer in Albuquerque, NM. The base salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer ranges from $83,138 to $111,843 with the average base salary of $96,501. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,818 to $119,772 with the average total cash compensation of $101,028.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $96,501 $83,138 - $111,843
Bonus $4,527 $2,680 - $7,929
Total Pay $101,028 $85,818 - $119,772
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Rio Rancho, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,516 - $111,006 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Santa Fe, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,559 - $112,409 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Farmington, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,844 - $110,102 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Alamogordo, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,873 - $106,105 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Roswell, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,546 - $104,321 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Las Cruces, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $75,159 - $101,109 COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Criminal Lawyer LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $83,138 MAXIMUM SALARY $111,843
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Investigator LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $57,909 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,198
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Paralegal LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $75,114 MAXIMUM SALARY $91,898
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $77,923 MAXIMUM SALARY $106,428
JOB TITLE Lawyer LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $109,465 MAXIMUM SALARY $149,445
JOB TITLE Criminal Investigator LOCATION Albuquerque, NM MINIMUM SALARY $54,449 MAXIMUM SALARY $80,107
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About Albuquerque, New Mexico    According to the United States Census Bureau, Albuquerque has a total area of 189.5 square miles (490.9 km2), of which 187.7 square miles (486.2 km2) ....More

Albuquerque, New Mexico  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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