How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Rochester, NY? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in Rochester, NY is $101,299 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $87,270 and $117,403. 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 - 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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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 Rochester, NY. The base salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer ranges from $87,270 to $117,403 with the average base salary of $101,299. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $90,084 to $125,726 with the average total cash compensation of $106,050.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $101,299 $87,270 - $117,403
Bonus $4,750 $2,814 - $8,323
Total Pay $106,050 $90,084 - $125,726
* 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 Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,429 - $117,617 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,589 - $116,487 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,412 - $116,248 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,205 - $118,661 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,205 - $118,661 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,998 - $113,000 COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Criminal Lawyer LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $87,270 MAXIMUM SALARY $117,403
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Investigator LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $57,956 MAXIMUM SALARY $85,279
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Attorney LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $81,795 MAXIMUM SALARY $111,719
JOB TITLE Criminal Defense Paralegal LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $78,852 MAXIMUM SALARY $96,472
JOB TITLE Criminal Investigator LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $57,029 MAXIMUM SALARY $83,914
JOB TITLE Defense Attorney LOCATION Rochester, NY MINIMUM SALARY $87,270 MAXIMUM SALARY $117,403
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About Rochester, New York    Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

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