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Staff Attorney

Salary figures from 71 postings that disclosed salary (of 97 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for a Staff Attorney is $87,192 per year, with salaries ranging from $63,000 at the 10th percentile to $112,500 at the 90th percentile, based on 71 postings that disclosed salary (of 97 analyzed). Key skills required for this role include case management, immigration law, legal research and writing, legal research, and civil litigation.

Figures last changed: October 2026

Median

$87,192

10th Percentile

$63,000

90th Percentile

$112,500

Salary Disclosures

71

of 97 postings analyzed

Staff Attorney Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$63,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$87,192Typical salary
90th Percentile$112,500Senior / top earners

Based on 71 job postings with salary data

Skills for Staff Attorney

Case managementImmigration lawLegal research and writingLegal researchCivil litigationHousing lawLegal representationLegal writingLegal writing and researchCase management systems

Common Employers Hiring Staff Attorney

  • New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG)5 positions
  • Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)4 positions
  • Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County3 positions
  • Sanctuary for Families3 positions
  • Advocates for Children of New York, Inc.2 positions

Top Locations for Staff Attorney

United StatesWashington, DCNew York, NYLos Angeles, CAPhiladelphia, PA

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Figures from 71 postings that disclosed salary (of 97 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed October 2026 · How we compute this