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Synectics Inc

Civil Litigation Associate

Roseland, NJ · On-site

$100K/yr

We are looking for a motivated attorney with strong research, writing, analytical, and advocacy ... The expected salary range for this position at the entry level begins at $115,000. The actual ...

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How much do entry level attorney jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level attorney in Paramus, NJ is $109,449.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission in your practicing state, and a solid grasp of legal research, writing, and analysis. Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency in document management systems are typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and time management skills help you build client relationships and manage caseloads effectively. These competencies are crucial for providing sound legal advice, meeting deadlines, and establishing a successful legal career.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level attorneys in their first year, and how can they overcome them?

Entry level attorneys often encounter challenges such as managing heavy workloads, adapting to the fast-paced environment of law firms, and bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical legal skills. Navigating client expectations, learning firm protocols, and handling multiple assignments simultaneously can feel overwhelming at first. To overcome these challenges, new attorneys should proactively seek feedback, build strong relationships with mentors and colleagues, and prioritize effective time management. Open communication and a willingness to continuously learn are key to successful integration and professional growth in the early stages of a legal career.

What are entry level attorneys?

Entry level attorneys are recent law school graduates or individuals who have recently passed the bar exam and are beginning their legal careers. They typically work under the supervision of more experienced attorneys and assist with research, drafting legal documents, and helping prepare cases. Entry level attorneys can work in various settings, including law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments. Their responsibilities often focus on learning practical legal skills and gaining experience in their chosen field of law.

What is the difference between Entry Level Attorney vs Paralegal?

AspectEntry Level AttorneyParalegal
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), Bar AdmissionAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Job ResponsibilitiesLegal research, drafting legal documents, client consultationsLegal research, document preparation, case organization

Entry Level Attorneys and Paralegals often work in similar environments and share some responsibilities, but attorneys require a JD and bar admission to practice law, while paralegals support attorneys without needing a law license. The roles differ mainly in legal authority and scope of work.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Attorney job openings in Paramus, NJ as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 79% In-person, 13% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,449 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Temporary Staff Attorney, Shelter and Economic Stability Project

NYLAG

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About NYLAG
Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combatting economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our services include comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships. NYLAG exists because wealth should not determine who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic racism by serving individuals and families whose legal and financial crises are often rooted in racial inequality. NYLAG goes to where the need is, providing services in more than 150 community sites (e.g. courts, hospitals, libraries) and on our Mobile Legal Help Center. NYLAG’s staff of 370 impacted the lives of nearly 129,000 people last year.
Job Description:
NYLAG has an opening for a temporary, 1-year staff attorney, to begin in June 2026, who will work in the Public Benefits Unit (PBU) focusing on access to homeless shelter, cash public assistance and food stamps.  The PBU Shelter and Economic Stability Project represents clients seeking to obtain or maintain shelter and/or benefits from the NYC Department of Social Services, including the Human Resources Administration and the Department of Homeless Services. The attorney will work with the Shelter and Economic Stability Project to provide community-based services to clients engaging with the New York City shelter system including expanding outreach efforts, community intake and advice, and representation of clients experiencing homelessness or lacking access to critical benefits. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to direct service work and have strong writing, oral advocacy, and client communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This attorney’s primary responsibilities include:
  • Intake and represent individual clients experiencing homelessness or lacking access to critical benefits in obtaining appropriate shelter and public benefits
  • Training community partners on issues regarding homelessness, shelter, and public benefits
  • Know your rights trainings for clients and potential clients
  • Practice principles of cultural humility and client-centered lawyering
  • Train and manage clinic students, volunteers, and interns, as needed
  • Engage in policy work to influence City and State-level laws, regulations, policies and practices regarding homelessness, shelter, and public benefits
  • Engage in impact litigation regarding laws, regulations, policies and practices regarding homelessness, shelter, and public benefits
  • Track, draft, and generate reports for grant management, as needed
  • Interact with a diverse client population in a sensitive and professional manner
  • Work with and mentor pro bono attorneys, volunteers, and law students working with NYLAG;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Admission to New York Bar or passage of a recent NY Bar Exam or equivalent.
  • One to three years of civil legal services, clinical, fellowship, and/or clerkship experience preferred. 
  • Demonstrated interest in social justice.
  • Ability to work in and value a collaborative team model.
  • Experience working with diverse populations.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle escalated client situations
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
  • Excellent written, oral and analytical skills

NYLAG’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NYLAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, veterans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people, and those with lived experiences in the communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment type:
☒ Full-time
☒ Temporary  
Professional Level:
☒ Entry Level
☒ Professional
Salary Range:
NYLAG is a unionized workplace, and salaries are set pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement. The current salary range for this position is between $87,210 and $93,175.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please send both a resume and a cover letter in a single pdf. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Covid Vaccination Policy:
Please note, to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and clients, NYLAG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.
NYLAG is committed to a hybrid work policy for staff whose work does not require their full-time presence in the office. NYLAG’s current policy is that most staff are required to work in NYLAG’s offices or do other in-person work at least two days each week. This policy is subject to change.

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