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City of Dayton

Assistant Attorney II

Dayton, OH · On-site

$88K - $118K/yr

... both jury and non-jury matters. Handles plea negotiations and settlements of civil cases ... Special Requirements Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and maintain thereafter ...

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

$85K/yr

Career Track Entry-level Assistant District Attorneys begin their tenure by rotating through the ... non-merit factor. Division: Legal This is a full time position

KOSMOS

Attorney - Entry Level

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

Admission to practice law in the state of New Mexico * Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written * Must have the ability to interpret client systems * Must be proficient in ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level non practicing attorney in the United States is $108,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Entry Level Non Practicing Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, strong legal research and writing skills, and a solid understanding of legal concepts even if you are not actively practicing law. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are typically required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you excel in legal support roles or corporate environments. These competencies are vital for ensuring accuracy, effective legal analysis, and successful collaboration on legal and compliance matters.

What types of tasks and projects can an entry level non-practicing attorney expect to handle in a corporate legal department?

As an entry level non-practicing attorney in a corporate legal department, you can expect to work on a range of tasks such as legal research, contract review and analysis, compliance monitoring, and drafting internal policy documents. You'll often collaborate with practicing attorneys, business teams, and compliance officers to support various business initiatives. While you may not represent clients in court, your role is crucial in ensuring the company's operations adhere to legal and regulatory standards. This position offers exposure to the inner workings of corporate law, providing valuable experience for future advancement within legal or compliance fields.

What is an entry level non practicing attorney?

An entry level non practicing attorney is a person who has completed law school and passed the bar exam but is not currently practicing law in a traditional attorney role, such as representing clients in court. Instead, they may work in alternative legal careers or industries that value legal knowledge, such as compliance, consulting, contract management, or legal publishing. These roles often leverage their legal education and skills without requiring them to represent clients or provide legal advice directly. Many entry level non practicing attorneys pursue these paths to explore diverse career options outside traditional law practice.
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Assistant City Prosecutor I

Assistant City Prosecutor I

City of Mesa, AZ

Mesa, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

City Of Mesa rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

107th of 643 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : PO Box 1466, Mesa, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 16971
Department: (H120)City Attorney
Opening Date: 01/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description/Duties
This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.
This recruitment will used to fill one vacancy, as well as establish an eligible list to fill possible future vacancies. First review of applications will be Monday, February 9, 2026, and weekly thereafter.
An Assistant City Prosecutor I performs entry-level, professional legal work in the preparation and prosecution of cases in municipal court. An attorney in this class is given an extensive orientation in criminal prosecution activities and the various components of the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include: negotiating cases and plea agreements; conducting bench and jury trials; presenting motions, pleadings, and arguments in court; and interviewing witnesses, Police Officers, victims, and others. This class is also responsible for performing some appellate work and related duties as required.
This class is distinguished from the next higher-level classification, Assistant City Prosecutor II, by the latter's increased responsibilities and greater degree of legal and administrative knowledge and expertise. Employees in this class may progress by noncompetitive promotion to Assistant City Prosecutor II upon meeting the specific criteria-based promotion requirements. This class is supervised by a Deputy City Prosecutor who reviews work closely during initial training; however, incumbents may receive functional supervision from an Assistant City Prosecutor II or an Assistant City Prosecutor III on a special project basis. However, incumbents are eventually expected to handle trial work independently and under more general supervision. This class is FLSA exempt-professional. (Part-time employees in this class are FLSA nonexempt).
Please refer to the link below for the full job
description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred
qualifications, and essential functions.
Qualifications & Requirements
Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualification Required. Graduation from a school of law, accredited by the American Bar Association, with a Juris Doctorate Degree.
Special Requirements. Active membership in the Arizona State Bar Association at the time of hire. For this position, an individual receiving a conditional offer of employment from the City of Mesa must pass a background investigation through the City of Mesa Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to commencing employment with the City of Mesa.
Preferred/Desirable Qualification. Some (6 months - 1 year) experience in the practice of law, including trial work, as a legal intern, law clerk, or practicing attorney is preferred.
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Have you graduated from a school of law, accredited by the American Bar Association, with a Juris Doctor Degree? Ensure you detail your degree information on your application.
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you currently or will you be an active member in the Arizona State Bar Association at the time of hire? Ensure you detail your certification information on your application.
  • Yes
  • No

03
How much work experience do you have in the practice of law, including trial work, as a legal intern, law clerk, or practicing attorney? Please detail your experience on your application.
  • None
  • Some but less than 6 months
  • 6 months or more but less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more

04
Please detail your work experience in the practice of law, including trial work, as a legal intern, law clerk, or practicing attorney, including names of all employer(s). Please also detail this on your application. If none, type, N/A.
05
For which vacancy would you like to be considered? Please select all that apply.
  • The current full-time vacancy
  • Future part-time benefitted vacancies
  • Future part-time non-benefitted vacancies

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