Attorney Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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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State Attorney's Office, 15Th Circuit- Assistant State Attorney - 21000137

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 23 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Assistant State Attorney Position Summary and Duties: This is a general job posting for entry-level attorney positions in a misdemeanor or juvenile division....

Senior Tax Associate

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Deerpath Capital is a leading direct lending firm specializing in providing first lien senior debt financing to middle market companies. Deerpath is focused on providing debt...

Special Needs Advocate

  • Pompano Beach, FL (8 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (8 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location: Broward Childrens Center - Pompano Beach, FL Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Job Shift: Day Job Category:...

Construction Defect Attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Construction Defect Attorney – Join a High-Impact Litigation Team Are you a skilled Construction Defect Attorney ready to take the next step in your career?...

Lead Family Advocate - Low Acuity Families

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 1 day ago

The Lead Family Advocate (LFA) works with homeless families to provide supportive and self-sufficient services such as housing location services, case management, client centered care plans and...

Associate Attorney

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

(HBS)is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its expanding Medical Malpractice and Long-Term Care practice groups....

Insurance Defense Attorney

  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

A well-established law firm is seeking a talented attorney with 2+ years of experience in insurance defense to join our dynamic team....

Lending attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a lawyer with significant experience in commercial lending and secured transactions who is capable of taking a first chair role in corporate, commercial and asset-based financing...

Labor and Employment Law attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated partner level attorney with experience handling complex Labor and Employment matters....

Tallahassee attorneys

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated partner level attorneys for our core practice areas including Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation, Corporate M&A, Real Estate, Estate Planning and Wealth...

Bankruptcy attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Significant experience in Chapter 11 cases representing debtors, committees and fiduciaries required, and bankruptcy litigation experience is preferred....

Healthcare attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a highly qualified and motivated partner level attorney with experience in healthcare/life sciences issues....

Trusts and Estates/Wealth Planning attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated partner level attorney with at least six years' experience in the areas of complex domestic and international estate planning and related income, partnership...

Tampa and Orlando attorneys

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking highly qualified and motivated partner level attorneys for our core practice areas including Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation, Corporate M&A, Real Estate, Estate Planning and Wealth...

Environmental law attorney

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a highly qualified and motivated partner level attorney with at least six years' working experience in the areas of environmental transactional, regulatory compliance, and permitting...

Demographic Data for Boca Raton, FL

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Boca Raton, FL 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 Boca Raton, FL
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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