Lawyers Jobs Pay in Lima, OH

Average Hourly Pay

$49.46
54.6%Above national average

Range: $47.10 – $51.81

Average Annual Pay

$102,866
54.6%Above national average

Range: $97,968 – $107,765

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

$42.04/hr

Range: $40.04 – $44.04

Annual Rate

$87,436

Range: $83,273 $91,600

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$49.46/hr

Range: $47.10 – $51.81

Annual Rate

$102,866

Range: $97,968 $107,765

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$56.88/hr

Range: $54.16 – $59.58

Annual Rate

$118,296

Range: $112,663 $123,930

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