Attorney Jobs in Mississippi

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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Agency Overview The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) serves as the nation's principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General....

Claims Adjuster - Attorney Represented Injury

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 1 day ago

As a claims adjuster specialist, you'll play a critical role managing attorney represented bodily injury (BI) claims....

Remote Customer Service Advocate

  • Booneville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Booneville, MS
  • 3 days ago

Booneville, MS, USA | Hourly | 17.00 per hour Longevity increases and Performance incentives so you're rewarded for being a rockstar! | Full Time | Health, Dental, Vision Coverage, and other...

Remote Work

Customer Service Advocate, Remote

  • Booneville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Booneville, MS
  • 3 days ago

Booneville, MS, USA | Hourly | 17 per hour Longevity increases and Performance incentives so you're rewarded for being a rockstar! | Full Time | Health, Dental, Vision Coverage, and other employee...

Remote Work

Admitted Attorney Doc. Review Proj. GUL102623EVL

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 4 days ago

Beacon Hill Legal seeks US barred attorneys in the Mississippi market to join our remote review teams. We have a number of large reviews in the pipeline looking to kick off during April....

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Kidney Care Advocate I

  • Flowood, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 8 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of Kidney Care Advocate Manager, collaborates with internal and external care teams, to ensure a positive experience for every patient living with kidney...

Associate Attorney

  • Jackson, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 10 days ago

Litigation Attorney - (All Levels) Jackson, MS Seeking seasoned civil litigation attorneys! We currently have openings available for attorneys at various levels....

Catastrophic Injury Senior Associate

  • Bolton, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Bolton, MS
  • 21 days ago

My client is a boutique, Personal Injury specialist law firm in Bolton who are seeking a Catastrophic Injury Senior Associate to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to join a long...

Research Analyst- Family Health Advocate

  • Jackson, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 21 days ago

Sharecare Research Analyst- Family Health Advocate in Jackson , Mississippi Job Description: Job Summary: The role of the Family Health Advocate-Research Analyst is an exciting and integral role...

Public Defender Asst. I

  • Jackson, MS
  • 21 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 21 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Attorney must possess a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice law in the State of Mississippi in all Mississippi State Courts....

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. seeks a mid-level associate attorney with four or more years of debt finance experience to join its thriving Financial Services Transaction practice...

Intellectual Property Counsel

  • Jackson, MS
  • 26 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 26 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced attorney to join our legal team....

Senior Serious Injury Solicitor

  • Bolton, MS
  • 28 days ago
  • Bolton, MS
  • 28 days ago

Douglas Scott are currently working with a boutique, Serious Injury specialist law firm in Bolton who are seeking a Senior Serious Injury Solicitor to join their growing team. As a Senior Serious...

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 30+ days ago

The rest is trainable, and the role will focus on matters pertaining to general litigation, personal injury, complex litigation, and professional liability....

Bilingual Sales Advocate

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Jackson, MS Position Type : Full-Time/Part-Time Salary Range : $25,000.00 - $50,000.00 Base+Commission/year Job Category : Store Sales Description Mobilelink-Bilingual...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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