How to Get a Job in Attorney at Law

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A Day in the Life

An Attorney advises and represents clients on legal issues and matters. They appear in court on behalf of their clients and guide them through the entire legal process. Some of their major responsibilities include researching information, gathering evidence, drafting legal documents, and providing legal advice.

Work Responsibilities

Growth Path

Jr. Associate
Sr. Associate
Partner/Shareholder
Managing Partner

Skills You'll Need

Strong communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply legal terms
Superb conversation and articulation abilities

Industries You'll Work In

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Teams You'll Work With

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Demand for Talent

Current Demand: MASSIVE
50,100 jobs are projected to open up for lawyers by the year 2028
Attorneys are employed in a variety of different industries, so the demand for attorneys and lawyers will always be very high

Compensation

$45K-$100K

Jr. Associate

$90K-$150K

Sr. Associate

$150K-$350K

Partner/Shareholder

$300K+

Managing Partner

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Work/Life Balance Score

Work/life balance is when someone equally prioritizes their career and their personal life. This balance can vary greatly from one career to the next.

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Job Stability Score

Job stability is about more than your experience and career. As industries decline, so do the jobs in them.

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Prestige Score

Job stability is about more than your experience and career. As industries decline, so do the jobs in them.

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