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Staff Attorney
$56K-$69K / yr. (est.)
$56K
$62,766 / year
$69K
Average base salary
The salary information provided is based on data collected from various reliable sources and may vary depending on individual qualifications and other factors.

About Staff Attorney

What does a Staff Attorney do?
Business people discussing project in office
Group of multiethnic colleagues working together in office

As Staff Attorneys, we use our legal expertise to help deal with daily legal issues with which the firm needs regular assistance. We negotiate settlements with pro litigants and oppose counsel leveraging procedural position and create solutions to achieve resolutions. We defend state agencies in civil tort litigation with importance on personal injury defense, including medical malpractice.

Core tasks:

  • preparing pleadings, drafting briefs, conducting depositions
  • defending tort litigation claims alleging violation of civil rights, personal injury, and property damage cases
  • preparing and submitting offers in compromise to IRS
  • managing medical malpractice caseload of retiring plaintiff's attorney
  • acquiring practical experience in numerous legal areas, including consumer fraud, bankruptcy, family foreclosure, and public entitlements

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Professional Growth

How Many Years of Experience Do Professionals Need Before Becoming Staff Attorney?
On average, people work 5-7 years in other positions prior to becoming a Staff Attorney.
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Immigration LawyerMiami, FL - A year ago
😡 This occupation is already so competitive, now they want 5-7 years of experience too?
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Civil Litigation AttorneyWashington, D.C. - A year ago
Well, well, well, must be nice to have 5-7 years to build experience before becoming a Staff Attorney. Some of us have bills to pay!

Professional Growth

How Long Do Staff Attorney Employees Typically Stay in Their Roles?
On average, Staff Attorneys works in this position for 3-5 years across multiple employers.
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Junior AssociateHouston, TX - A year ago
This is concerning!🤔 Junior Associates typically stay at least 3 years before moving on. This data seems skewed.
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Legal SecretarySan Francisco, CA - A year ago
Hey, at least we Legal Secretaries are not expected to stay too long! 😀 It's nice to have opportunities to explore other careers within the legal field!

Professional Growth

What Is the Job Hopper Score for Staff Attorney Employees?
Moderate job changes in Staff Attorney, showing some career movement without excessive turnover.
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Law ClerkHouston, TX - A year ago
Being a Law Clerk, I can truly say that Staff Attorneys possess a wealth of knowledge and experience within the legal field. 💪
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Public DefenderMiami, FL - A year ago
Staff Attorneys should embrace opportunities for growth and strive for a career path that aligns with their passion and goals. 🔥

Career path

Path to job

Fields of study

Discover a Staff Attorney's areas of knowledge sorted by their majors.

Top educational institutions

Explore the list of higher education institutions that a Staff Attorney typically studied at.
Georgetown University Law Center
New York University School of Law

Path after job

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Demographics

Culture & Values

What Is the Age and Gender Ratio of Staff Attorney Employees?
Gender ratio in Staff Attorney position: 0.495936056119524 Male and 0.504063943880476 Female. Age ratio in Staff Attorney position: 16-20: 1%, 21-30: 65%, 31-40: 28%, 41-50: 5%, 51-60: 1%, 60+: 0%. Staff Attorney position is predominantly female (50.4%) with the largest age group being 21-30 years old, followed by 31-40 years old.
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Staff AttorneyPhiladelphia, PA - A year ago
I'm in my 40s and working as a staff attorney. Being part of the 5% feels weird. 😔
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Staff AttorneySan Francisco, CA - A year ago
Why is the age group 51-60 so underrepresented? We need better representation! 😠

Workplaces

Professional Growth

Who Are the Top Employers for Staff Attorney?
Top employers of Staff Attorney position: Committee for Public Counsel Services, Indiana BMV, New York Legal Assistance Group. People who work in Staff Attorney position most typically go on to work for the Committee for Public Counsel Services.
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Staff AttorneyLos Angeles, CA - A year ago
Indiana BMV? Sounds like someone's smoking something if they believe that's the top employer for Staff Attorneys. This list is a joke.
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Staff AttorneySan Francisco, CA - A year ago
Committee for Public Counsel Services offers excellent opportunities for Staff Attorneys, but let's not dismiss the other organizations on this list. They all have something unique to offer.
Committee for Public Counsel Services
Indiana BMV
New York Legal Assistance Group

Professional Growth

What Industries Does Staff Attorney Typically Have Experience In?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Staff Attorney: Professional / Scientific / Technical, Religious / Grantmaking / Civic, Public Administration, Finance & Insurance, Health Care. Staff Attorney employees most likely come from a Professional / Scientific / Technical industry background.
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Staff AttorneyHouston, TX - A year ago
I love working as a staff attorney. It gives me the opportunity to help others and make a positive difference in my community! ❤
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Staff AttorneyMiami, FL - A year ago
Being a staff attorney can be stressful and emotionally draining, but when you win a tough case, it's the best feeling in the world! 💪

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Is Staff Attorney a female or male dominated profession?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
This is a well balanced profession, about half of the people are women.
What is the most common age of a Staff Attorney?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
The typical age is 29.
Is a Staff Attorney considered to be a junior profession?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
You probably need around 6 years to work as a Staff Attorney
Which industries have a lot of people working in Staff Attorney roles?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Professional / Scientific / Technical is typical for a Staff Attorney to work in.
Is a degree needed to work as a Staff Attorney?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
You should be fine with a Bachelor of Arts degree
Where are you working as a Staff Attorney?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Committee for Public Counsel Services, Indiana BMV, New York Legal Assistance Group, The Hartford and The Legal Aid Society of NYC employs the most people in the Staff Attorney role.
How many years do people work as a Staff Attorney before changing their role?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
A Staff Attorney typically changes positions after 4 years.
How likely is it for people working as a Staff Attorney to switch companies still working as a Staff Attorney?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
The job hopper score is medium for a Staff Attorney.
What work history do people usually have before becoming a Staff Attorney?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
A Staff Attorney probably worked as Attorney, Law Clerk or Associate Attorney before
What are the typical next steps for someone working as a Staff Attorney?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Working as Staff Attorney consider Attorney, Associate Attorney or Managing Attorney as a next step in your career.
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