Defense Attorney Salary in Norwalk, CT

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How much does a Defense Attorney make in Norwalk, CT? The average Defense Attorney salary in Norwalk, CT is $118,796 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $102,343 and $137,681. 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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Entry Level Criminal Defense Attorney

The Matian Firm, APC - Phoenix , AZ

We're looking for an admitted attorney, for an extremely promising Entry Level Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 4 days ago

Ambitious Criminal Defense Attorney | 2-5 yr exp | $90-150k

NextLaw PLLC - Tacoma , WA

AMBITIOUS FORWARD-THINKING CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY WANTED! NextLaw, the Northwest's fastest-growing and highest rated criminal and injury law firm, is committed to providing top-notch legal ...

ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago

Employment Defense Attorney

Snelling Staffing - Chicago , IL

Our client is seeking a motivated and skilled attorney to join their team as an Employment/Insurance Defense Attorney. In this role, you will handle cases related to Employment Practices Liability ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Criminal Defense Attorney Associate

Hart J Levin Law Corporation - Los Angeles , CA

We are a successful criminal defense firm in Los Angeles looking for an experienced criminal defense attorney. Duties include daily court appearances, talking to clients and negotiating deals with ...

ZipRecruiter - 12 days ago

Insurance Defense Attorney

Collins-Hinderliter - Dallas , TX

Join Our Team as an Insurance Defense Attorney! Are you a seasoned attorney with a passion for litigation and a keen understanding of insurance law? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where ...

ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago

Criminal Defense Attorney

Ridley Defense, APC - Moorpark , CA

Criminal Defense Attorney When we have a chance to lift someone out of a bad situation and get them through a tough time, it is the most rewarding work we do. We take our clients by the hand and ...

LinkedIn - 14 days ago

What does a Defense Attorney do?

Common responsibilities of a Defense Attorney

Represent defendants in all legal proceedings including, but not limited to arraignments, pre-trial motions, trials, guilty pleas and post-trial matters, including but not limited to post-trial motions, sentencing hearings, restitution hearings, sentence reviews and the filing of appeals.

October 09, 2022

Prepares a variety of legal forms and documents such as discovery requests and responses, pleadings, subpoenas, medical summaries, etc.

November 05, 2022

Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.

December 24, 2022

Meet with detained noncitizen clients and potential clients via telephone and in-person at 630 Sansome Street in San Francisco, Mesa Verde ICE Processing Facility in Bakersfield, Yuba County Jail in Marysville, and other ICE facilities as necessary.

February 02, 2023

Attend pre-trial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about best strategies.

February 17, 2023

Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the State of Florida Bar.

February 17, 2023

Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, status reports and other services to clients and claims on legal and factual issues.

March 09, 2023

Act on a rotating basis to provide 24-hour access to counsel to individuals under arrest and or investigation for DUI.

March 09, 2023

Participate in workshops for the public and collaborative partners on basic pathways to citizenship, benefits eligibility, understanding individual rights, and other topics.

April 16, 2023

Works under the direction and guidance provided by higher level Attorneys and/or Managing Attorney.

May 15, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Defense Attorney in Norwalk, CT

Average Base Salary

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102343

137681

118796

Average Total Cash Compensation

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105640

147440

124365

What is the average salary for Defense Attorney in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Defense Attorney in Norwalk, CT. The base salary for Defense Attorney ranges from $102,343 to $137,681 with the average base salary of $118,796. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $105,640 to $147,440 with the average total cash compensation of $124,365.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$118,796	$102,343 - $137,681
Bonus	$5,570	$3,297 - $9,759
Total Pay	$124,365	$105,640 - $147,440

* 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.

Defense Attorney Salary Near Norwalk, CT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Stamford, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,589 - $138,012	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Fairfield, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,273 - $136,242	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Greenwich, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,589 - $138,012	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Bridgeport, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,273 - $136,242	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Danbury, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,969 - $133,143	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT
CITY, STATE Stratford, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,273 - $136,242	COMPARE TO Norwalk, CT

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About Norwalk, Connecticut

Norwalk is a U.S. city located in southwestern Connecticut, in southern Fairfield County, on the northern shore of Long Island Sound. Norwalklies within both the New York metropolitan area as well as the Bridgeport metropolitan area. Norwalk was settled in 1649, and is the sixth most populous city in Connecticut. According to the 2010 United States Census it has had a population of 85,603; with an estimated population of 88,438 in 2016. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 36.3 square miles (94 km2), of which, 22.8 square miles (59 km2) of it is land and 1...

Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia

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