Lawyers Jobs Pay in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL

Average Hourly Pay

$95.09
197.2%Above national average

Range: $90.56 – $99.62

Average Annual Pay

$197,783
197.2%Above national average

Range: $188,365 – $207,201

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

$80.83/hr

Range: $76.98 – $84.68

Annual Rate

$168,116

Range: $160,110 $176,121

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$95.09/hr

Range: $90.56 – $99.62

Annual Rate

$197,783

Range: $188,365 $207,201

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$109.35/hr

Range: $104.14 – $114.56

Annual Rate

$227,450

Range: $216,620 $238,281

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