Lawyers Jobs Pay in Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area, WY

Average Hourly Pay

$57.84
80.8%Above national average

Range: $55.09 – $60.60

Average Annual Pay

$120,317
80.8%Above national average

Range: $114,587 – $126,046

How much do Lawyers make?

Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:

Entry Level

0-2 years

Hourly Rate

$49.16/hr

Range: $46.83 – $51.51

Annual Rate

$102,269

Range: $97,399 $107,139

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$57.84/hr

Range: $55.09 – $60.60

Annual Rate

$120,317

Range: $114,587 $126,046

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$66.52/hr

Range: $63.35 – $69.69

Annual Rate

$138,365

Range: $131,775 $144,953

Lawyers job description

Lawyers professionals work within the legal system to provide legal services, research, and support. They help ensure justice and legal compliance for individuals and organizations.

Responsibilities
  • Research legal issues and precedents
  • Prepare legal documents
  • Represent clients in legal matters
  • Advise on legal rights and obligations
  • Maintain client confidentiality
  • Stay current with legal developments
Skills
  • Legal research and writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication and advocacy
  • Attention to detail
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Time management
Qualifications
  • Law degree (for attorneys)
  • Bar admission (for attorneys)
  • Paralegal certification (for paralegals)
  • Legal experience preferred