Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary in Syracuse, NY

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How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Syracuse, NY? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in Syracuse, NY is $102,596 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $88,387 and $118,904. 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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Remote Criminal Defense Attorney ( Salinas)
The Matian Firm, APC - Salinas , CA
As the Associate Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Associate Attorney will manage a caseload, as well as client interaction, and can ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
Michael & Associates, Attorneys at Law - Houston , TX
Unfortunately, there really isn't that much room for growth in the criminal defense field; the max responsibility you can ever hope for is to be a senior lawyer at a tiny firm. Yet every other type ...
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense Firm - Los Angeles , CA
Are you an esteemed and widely recognized Criminal Defense Attorney seeking an exceptional opportunity to join a prestigious law firm celebrated for its unwavering dedication to criminal defense
ZipRecruiter - 11 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
Dunham & Jones Law Firm, P.C. - Waco , TX
C. is seeking a criminal defense attorney for their Waco, TX location. If you are a dynamic individual who thrives from taking initiative and is eager to meaningfully contribute to the growth and ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
Rose Legal Services, LLC - Saint Louis , MO
Our firm is currently seeking a criminal defense attorney with the ability to navigate court proceedings, engage with clients, and conduct consultations with potential leads. The ideal candidate ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney - Minimum of 3 years experience
Michael & Associates - Houston , TX
Unfortunately, there really isn't that much room for growth in the criminal defense field; the max responsibility you can ever hope for is to be a senior lawyer at a tiny firm. Yet every other type ...
ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Criminal Defense Lawyer in Syracuse, NY

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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 Syracuse, NY. The base salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer ranges from $88,387 to $118,904 with the average base salary of $102,596. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $91,234 to $127,331 with the average total cash compensation of $107,406.

View Average Salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $102,596 $88,387 - $118,904
Bonus $4,810 $2,848 - $8,427
Total Pay $107,406 $91,234 - $127,331
* 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.

Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary Near Syracuse, NY

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,435 - $118,969 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Utica, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,573 - $116,464 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,700 - $115,290 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,657 - $117,922 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,657 - $117,922 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Schenectady, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,017 - $121,097 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
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About Syracuse, New York    Syracuse is located at 43°2′49″N 76°8′40″W / 43.04694°N 76.14444°W / 43.04694; -76.14444 (43.046899, -76.144423). It is located about 87 miles (140....More

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