How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Phoenix, AZ? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in Phoenix, AZ is $101,711 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $87,625 and $117,880. 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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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 - 5 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 7 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 - 17 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 - 17 days ago
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Average Base Salary

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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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer ranges from $87,625 to $117,880 with the average base salary of $101,711. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $90,451 to $126,237 with the average total cash compensation of $106,481.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $101,711 $87,625 - $117,880
Bonus $4,770 $2,826 - $8,357
Total Pay $106,481 $90,451 - $126,237
* 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 Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,612 - $117,862 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Peoria, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,434 - $117,624 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,625 - $117,880 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Sun City, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,257 - $117,385 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,625 - $117,880 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Avondale, AZ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,375 - $117,544 COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Criminal Lawyer LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $87,625 MAXIMUM SALARY $117,880
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Investigator LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $57,956 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,279
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $82,128 MAXIMUM SALARY $112,174
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Paralegal LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $79,173 MAXIMUM SALARY $96,865
JOB TITLE Criminal Investigator LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $57,261 MAXIMUM SALARY $84,255
JOB TITLE Defense Attorney LOCATION Phoenix, AZ MINIMUM SALARY $87,625 MAXIMUM SALARY $117,880
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