Attorney Jobs in Alaska

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

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In-House Counsel

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Must have between 5 to 12 years of experience as either an in-house attorney with an infrastructure/construction company or as an attorney with a well-respected law firm handling legal work in the construction...

Elder Advocate

  • Kenai, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenai, AK
  • 3 days ago

Elder Advocate Department: Tribal Programs Program: Elders' Program Reports to: Elders' Program Manager Employment Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks Preference:...

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 3 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a global law firm, is seeking a securities lawyer with 6+ years of experience managing structured securities offerings for their client's Investment Funds Group. Interested...

Staff Attorney I

  • AK
  • 7 days ago
  • AK
  • 7 days ago

Commitment to the elimination of personal and societal violence in the lives of all Alaskans PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Admission to the Alaska Bar Experience with family law cases and/or general civil litigation...

Real Estate Finance Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 8 days ago

Beacon Hill's client, a top Am Law 50 firm, is seeking a real estate finance attorney to work on a team that represents servicers in a broad range of commercial mortgage-backed securities transactions...

Real Estate Attorney - Remote (WA-Based)

  • Juneau, AK
  • 9 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 9 days ago

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a top Am Law 50 firm seeking a real estate attorney to assist with ongoing development-related matters....

Admitted Attorney Document Review

  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago

Admitted Attorney Document Review at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC Admitted Attorney Document Review at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Juneau, Alaska Posted in Other 1 day ago. $25.00 per hour...

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Document Review Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago

Document Review Attorney at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC Document Review Attorney at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Juneau, Alaska Posted in Other 1 day ago. $28.00 - $30.00 per hour Job Description...

Admitted Attorneys for Document Review Projects

  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago

Admitted Attorneys for Document Review Projects at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC Admitted Attorneys for Document Review Projects at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Juneau, Alaska Posted in Other...

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Document Review Projects for Admitted Attorneys

  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 13 days ago

Document Review Projects for Admitted Attorneys at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC Document Review Projects for Admitted Attorneys at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Juneau, Alaska Posted in Other...

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Environment, Energy & Resources - Associate Attorney Midlevel

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a mid-level associate to join its highly regarded Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources law practice group. This associate would be based in Perkins Coie's...

Patient Advocate I

  • Willow, AK
  • 15 days ago
  • Willow, AK
  • 15 days ago

Applicants must pass a background check, reference check, and pre-employment drug screening. Returning Applicant/Current Employee? Click here to Apply to Additional Positions Click here to submit...

Family Advocate and Outreach Specialist

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

ALEUTIAN PRIBILOF ISLANDS ASSOCIATION, INC. Department of Family & Community Development (DFCD) Family Program Services Family Advocate and Outreach Specialist JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Position: Family...

Associate Attorney

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Associate Attorney Cascadia Cross Border Law Group LLC (Anchorage, Alaska) Facebook X LinkedIn Share Details Posted: 10-Mar-25 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Full Time Salary: Open Categories: Attorney...

Contracts Attorney

  • Juneau, AK
  • 25 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 25 days ago

Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Contracts Attorney for a fully remote, contract position with our client in Atlanta, GA. This is a full-time role with a flexible schedule....

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Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Alaska

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Alaska offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in Alaska
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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