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Real Estate Attorney

Manhattan, NY

$75K - $110K/yr

A growing real estate company is seeking a motivated Attorney to join its legal team. This is an ... D. degree * Real estate law experience is a plus, but entry-level candidates are encouraged to ...

Robert Half

Business Immigration Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Mentor entry-level legal professionals and support staff by offering guidance, feedback, and day-to ... At least 2 years of attorney-level experience in business immigration law. * Practical experience ...

rivkin

2027 Summer Associate (JD 2028)

Hackensack, NJ · On-site

$115K - $120K/yr

You will work closely with our experienced attorneys, gaining valuable insights into client ... The 2027 summer associate salary will be based on a pro-rata calculation of entry-level associate ...

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How much do entry level attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level attorney in Union, NJ is $110,219.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level attorney?

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 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 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 Union, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,219 per year, or $53 per hour.

Coordinator, Entry-Level Recruitment

Norton Rose Fulbright

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$22 - $29.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Description

At Norton Rose Fulbright, people thrive because of a shared commitment to quality, unity and integrity. The highly regarded law firm consistently receives recognition from Great Place to Work and Top Workplaces, two companies that specialize in assessing organizational culture. Teams collaborate across regions, value new ideas and deliver meaningful client solutions, supported by a culture that embraces ambition, development and shared success. With more than 3,000 lawyers and 3,000 business services professionals working together across 50 offices worldwide, this global law firm provides a full range of legal services to leading corporations and financial institutions operating in key markets and sectors.

The Coordinator for Entry-Level Recruitment is responsible for managing all aspects of the entry-level non-partner lawyer recruitment functions. The Coordinator works closely with the New York Manager of Entry-Level Recruitment, Hiring Committee members, People and Development professionals, and other internal constituents to support the recruitment, development, and retention of legal talent. The Coordinator provides strategic direction and implementation for lawyer recruitment at the local office level, while executing firmwide initiatives and strategy. This position is also responsible for providing support to successfully grow the firm through proactive entry-level recruitment efforts in a manner consistent with the firm's strategic goals.

The position is based in our New York office. Overtime and flexibility to work outside of regular business hours, including evening and weekends, will be required during peak recruitment seasons. Some travel will be required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Work proactively with the local Hiring Committee, Director of Entry-Level Recruitment, New York Manager of Entry-Level Recruitment, and other legal recruiters across the firm to anticipate and determine summer associate and entry-level hiring needs and goals.

  • Create and implement best practices for entry-level recruitment at select national and local law schools.

  • Recruit the highest quality of law students by fostering strong relationships with local law school career services offices, student organizations and candidates.

  • Organize and execute on-campus recruiting events, including networking receptions, dinners, coffee chats, career fairs and information sessions, managing all logistics and ensuring a seamless candidate and stakeholder experience.

  • Coordinate on-campus and callback interviews, including identifying and scheduling interview teams, managing candidate communications and follow-up efforts and facilitating the offer process.

  • Develop and execute the New York Summer Associate Program, including budgeting, planning and implementing the program's social calendar, developing and delivering orientation programming, overseeing work allocation and evaluations, coordinating summer associate training and managing the offer process and follow-up efforts.

  • Work with stakeholders to implement onboarding, integration, and development programming for entry-level lawyers.

  • Maintain data entry, recruitment records, and budgets for New York office summer program and recruiting efforts.

  • Manage payments and reimbursements related to on-campus recruitment events, summer program activities and candidate expenses.

  • Participate in data collection and analysis for purposes of completing necessary forms and surveys (i.e., NALP form).

  • Work overtime as needed, particularly during the summer program, on-campus interviewing and callback periods. Overtime may exceed 20 hours per week during peak recruiting seasons.

  • Position requires overnight travel for on-campus recruiting events throughout the year.

Other duties

Please note this job description does not cover or contain all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant recruitment, human resources, or legal industry experience.

  • In lieu of a bachelor's degree, 6 years of relevant recruitment, human resources, or legal industry experience.

  • Experience in a law firm or professional services environment highly preferred.

  • Possess excellent interpersonal and communications skills; both written and verbal.

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

  • Attention to detail, accuracy, responsiveness, and excellent organizational skills.

  • Ability to demonstrate leadership skillset that promotes an environment of collaboration, teamwork, client service, innovation, excellence, and commitment.

  • General knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as Adobe Acrobat.

  • Knowledge of Flo Recruit, viDesktop/viRecruit and/or Lawcruit, or other familiarity with applicant tracking systems is preferred.

  • Ability to adapt to new software.

  • Ability to develop, monitor and approve budgets and expenditures.

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full time base annual salary for this position in the New York City market is expected to range between $75,000 and $100,000. This range represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for a position in New York City. Salaries in other markets will vary depending on market data. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical insurance plans, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys. Employees may also access commuter benefits where applicable and student loan assistance refinancing options.

In addition to the Firm's health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generouspaid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (parental leave) benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn or adopted child(ren). Employees may also access child care support through a back-up care program. Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.


Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.


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Equal Employment Opportunity

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the firm, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

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