Attorney Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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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Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation (Boston, Ma)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation (Boston, MA)Chartwell Law is a fast-growing civil litigation firm with nearly 300 attorneys and offices in more than 30 states.We're a team of dedicated professionals...

Domestic Violence Advocate

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Domestic Violence (DV) Advocate provides a range of domestic violence victim services to both patients and employees of Boston Medical Center, as well as consultation with...

Court Service Center Staff Attorney (Boston)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Title: Staff Attorney - Court Service Center- (Boston) Pay Grade: Grade 17 Starting Pay: $82,164.94/Yr....

Family Advocate

  • Malden, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malden, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

To promote family wellness and parent engagement programs in order tosupport the implementation of the family partnership process. Work as aliaison between classroom and home settings in the area...

Assistant Attorney General

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Three years or more of prior complex litigation or equivalent legal experience preferred....

Program Advocate, Relief

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Program Advocate, Relief South Middlesex Opportu - 3.4 Framingham, MA Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance...

Senior Real Estate Counsel

  • Marlborough, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Work with outside counsel as necessary Assist in management of all real estate related litigation. Assist in updating the Companys real estate documents and forms....

Director, Intellectual Property (Patent Counsel)

  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Your experience includes J.D. degree from an accredited law school, admission to a state bar and in good standing and registered to practice before, and in good standing with, the U.S. Patent and...

Turkish-speaking contract attorneys needed for two-week project

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

If you are a credentialed attorney and have experience with document review and eDiscovery, please contact us by replying to this job posting....

Mid-Level Private Equity Associate Attorney

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Mid-Level Private Equity Associate Attorney ROLE Associate PRACTICE EXPERIENCE 3 - 4 years LOCATION Boston NUMBER 184555 EMPLOYER Employer hidden for unregistered users!...

Mid- to Senior Level Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Mid- to Senior Level Labor & Employment Associate Attorney ROLE Associate PRACTICE Labor - Employment EXPERIENCE 3 - 6 years LOCATION Boston NUMBER 184554 EMPLOYER Employer hidden for unregistered users...

Private Attorney Involvement Coordinator SCCLS

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The organization prioritizes legal services in: housing, public benefits, elder law, domestic relations, employment, education, immigration, and consumer matters....

Document Review Attorney

  • Braintree, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Braintree, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

DOCUMENT REVIEW ATTORNEY JOB SUMMARY Our client, a respected law firm in Greater Boston, Massachusetts is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Document Review Attorney to support an active litigation...

Corporate Securities Contract Attorney

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 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...

Real Estate Finance Attorney

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 6 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...

Demographic Data for Dorchester, MA

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester, MA
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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