How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in New Jersey? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in New Jersey is $112,829 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $97,203 and $130,766. 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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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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $116,330 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $118,388 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $118,491 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $116,227 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $120,242 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $116,330 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $114,579 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $115,506 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $118,491 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $116,330 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Criminal Defense Lawyer in New Jersey
The Matian Firm, APC - Modesto , CA
We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago
Price Benowitz LLP - Miami , FL
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
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago
EMERALD SEARCH PARTNERS - Maple Valley , WA
Emerald Search Partners is assisting a Puget Sound law firm in their search for a talented and driven Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team in Maple Valley (4233). This role will be handling ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
The Nieves Law Firm: Oakland Criminal Defense Attorneys - Oakland , CA
Jr. Criminal Defense Associate (Misdemeanor Experience Required) At The Nieves Law Firm, APC, we ... We are seeking a full-time Associate Attorney with experience in a private criminal defense setting ...
LinkedIn - 8 days ago
If you are an Attorney with Criminal Defense experience, please read on! Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. We're looking for a talented ...
LinkedIn - 18 days ago
Mastagni Holstedt, A Professional Corporation - Sacramento , CA
C. is actively seeking a highly qualified criminal defense attorney to join its growing Criminal Defense practice in Sacramento. The ideal candidate will have at minimum two (2) years of relevant ...
LinkedIn - 18 days ago
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