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Criminal Defense Lawyer Salary

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Updated: 18 May 2013

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Criminal Defense Lawyer 2013 Total Pay (?

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$88,520 - $209,449

(Median)

89K

190K

210K

MEDIAN: $188,000

25%

50%

75%

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Tasks

Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions; evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments for presentation of cases.
Analyze and interpret laws, rulings and regulations with probable case outcomes for individuals and businesses.
Represent clients in court or before government agencies, present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
Advise clients in business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits or legal rights and obligations.
Select jurors, argue motions, meet with judges and question witnesses during the course of a trial.

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Companies and Industries for Criminal Defense Lawyer Salaries

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Salary Range


Law Firm	$46,283 - $147,497

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Key Statistics for Criminal Defense Lawyer Salaries and Jobs

Gender

Female

100%

Male

n/a

Years of Experience

Less than 1 year

40%

10-19 years

40%

20 years or more

20%

Most Common Health Benefits

	Medical: 75%		Dental: 50%
	Vision: 50%		None: 25%

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