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It really depends upon where the lawyer is practicing. Average starting salaries vary widely from 35k to 150k per year. In addition to the area of the country, the area of law (criminal vs. corporate) and whether the attorney is in the public or private sector will determine the starting salary.

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What is the average salary for a lawyer in Arizona?

The average salar for a lawyer in Arizona is $41000 - $71000.


How much do constitutional lawyers make if they have 6 years experience?

There are a ton of different things that factor into your question. Where did the lawyer go to law school. Where this "6 years" of experience comes from. If the lawyer is working for a private or public practice. Who the lawyer knows and what his cliental is like. For example if you went to a top ten law school i.e. Berkeley, Georgetown, Northwestern, Stanford you can expect to make six figures starting. If you went to a law school that is 2nd or 3rd tier you can expect to have a much smaller yearly salary.


What do you need to study to become a lawyer?

To become a lawyer, you typically need to complete a bachelor's degree, followed by a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school. Additionally, you need to pass the bar exam in the state where you intend to practice law. Specialized areas of law may require further training or certification.


How long does it take to become an advocate or lawyer?

Becoming a lawyer typically takes around 7 years: 4 years for a bachelor's degree, followed by 3 years of law school. After completing law school, passing the bar exam is required to practice law. Advancing to become a successful advocate may take additional experience and specialization in a particular area of law.


How much money would you roughly make if you become a lawyer?

The salary for a lawyer can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, location, and type of law practiced. On average, a lawyer in the US can make anywhere from $60,000 to over $200,000 per year. However, top lawyers working at prestigious law firms or in specialized fields can earn significantly more.

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What type education does the average lawyer have?

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What school prepares you to be a lawyer?

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What school can you go to to be defense lawyer?

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Where can you study to become a lawyer?

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What are the corses to become a lawyer?

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How many years of school must the average lawyer attend?

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Did Lincoln go to law school to be a lawyer?

No, he did not attend law school. He studied law and learned from other attorneys.


How much schooling is needed to become an lawyer?

A typical defense attorney or lawyer spends about four years in college to obtain a Bachelors Degree. Then, an aspiring defense attorney should apply to law school. One will spend about three years in law school before graduating.


What would your grade point average have to be to get into a college for the occupation of a criminal defense lawyer?

It depends on the school. Concord Law School, part of Kaplan University, requires a 3.5 grade point average (GPA).


What taks do you need to becomea lawyer?

To become a lawyer you have to pass high school and get a college degree for law. Then after you get you degree you have to go to law school for about 3-4 years.


What Course's do you need to become a lawyer?

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Where should you start to become a lawyer?

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