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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level associate attorney in Boston, KY is $92,070.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,100.00 and $110,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level associate attorney?

An Entry Level Associate Attorney is a newly licensed lawyer who typically works at a law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency. They assist senior attorneys with legal research, drafting documents, and preparing for hearings or trials. Their responsibilities often include reviewing contracts, conducting client meetings, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and helps develop essential legal skills.

What types of cases or assignments can I expect as an entry level associate attorney?

As an Entry Level Associate Attorney, you can expect to support senior attorneys with researching case law, drafting memorandums and legal briefs, preparing litigation documents, and assisting with discovery. You may also have opportunities to attend client meetings, court hearings, or depositions depending on your firm's practice area. Workloads often vary, but you'll typically balance multiple cases and projects at once, gaining exposure to various aspects of legal practice. This hands-on experience is valuable for developing your legal knowledge and skills, while allowing you to explore potential areas of specialization for your career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level associate attorney?

To thrive as an Entry Level Associate Attorney, a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, strong legal research and writing skills, and attention to detail are essential. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software, is common in this role. Effective communication, time management, and adaptability are important soft skills for managing multiple cases and collaborating with senior attorneys and clients. These skills ensure associates can efficiently support casework, meet deadlines, and contribute meaningfully to the firm's legal team.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Associate Attorney job openings in Boston, KY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,070 per year, or $44.3 per hour.

Advocacy Attorney I

Louisville, KY • On-site

Commonwealth of Kentucky
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$67K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

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Advocacy Attorney I
Pay Grade16
Salary
$67,501.20 - $78,425.28 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH FULL TIME INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY 18A 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet Department of Public Advocacy
Location
719 W Jefferson Street, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40202 USA
Description
The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defendersystem with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justiceprocess is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected.
We are hiring an entry-level Advocacy Attorney to join the criminal defense team in the Louisville TrialOffice.
Kentucky DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate exhibits exceptional planning and organizationalskills, is self-directed and comfortable working with their defense team which includes other attorneys,investigators, alternative sentencing workers and office administrative legal staff. We seek persons whounderstand it is a privilege to represent our clients and we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact foradditional information.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Represents criminal defendants in District Court cases vigorously, effectively, ethically, and withintegrity.
  • Conducts client interviews and maintains notes and records of pertinent case facts sufficient to provideproper client representation.
  • Researches legal issues and writes clear, concise motions.
  • Obtains knowledge of the case through discovery and investigation sufficient to provide advice toclients regarding disposition.
  • Develops a theory of the case that is consistent with the facts and the law.
  • Willing to try appropriate cases.
  • Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings.
  • Travel is required.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.116 (supervised practice), or SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission). Must maintain all required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employees are required to maintain all licenses, certifications, and credentials necessary to perform the duties of the position and must immediately notify the employing agency of any lapse, suspension, revocation, or restriction.
Working Conditions
Duties are performed primarily in an office or courtroom setting but may include visits with clients within a variety of facilities. Travel is required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Will Payne at william.payne@ky.gov or 833-934-5953.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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