Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary in Virginia Beach, VA

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How much does a Criminal Defense Lawyer make in Virginia Beach, VA? The average Criminal Defense Lawyer salary in Virginia Beach, VA is $98,674 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $85,008 and $114,358. 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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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 - 1 day ago
Senior Criminal Defense Attorney
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 - 11 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
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 - 7 days ago
Junior Attorney
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 - 13 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney (2+ years) - Houston, TX
Libra Search Group - Houston , TX
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 - 23 days ago
Criminal Defense Attorney
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 - 23 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Criminal Defense Lawyer in Virginia Beach, VA

Average Base Salary

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85008
114358
98674

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
87747
122463
103300
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 Virginia Beach, VA. The base salary for Criminal Defense Lawyer ranges from $85,008 to $114,358 with the average base salary of $98,674. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $87,747 to $122,463 with the average total cash compensation of $103,300.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $98,674 $85,008 - $114,358
Bonus $4,626 $2,739 - $8,105
Total Pay $103,300 $87,747 - $122,463
* 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 Virginia Beach, VA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Norfolk, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,727 - $112,636 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Chesapeake, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,621 - $112,492 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,727 - $112,636 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Hampton, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,190 - $113,258 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Suffolk, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,679 - $112,571 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
CITY, STATE Newport News, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,190 - $113,258 COMPARE TO Virginia Beach, VA
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About Virginia Beach, Virginia    Virginia Beach is located at 36°51′02″N 75°58′40″W / 36.8506°N 75.9779°W / 36.8506; -75.9779 (Virginia Beach). According to the United States Cens....More

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