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Staff Attorney

Salary data based on 84 job postings

"The median salary for a Staff Attorney is $89,097 per year, with salaries ranging from $62,758 at the 10th percentile to $109,437 at the 90th percentile based on 57 job postings. Key skills required for this legal role include immigration law, legal research and writing, case management, and legal writing."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$89,097

10th Percentile

$62,758

90th Percentile

$109,437

Sample Size

57

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Staff Attorney Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$62,758Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$89,097Typical salary
90th Percentile$109,437Senior / top earners

Based on 57 job postings with salary data

Skills for Staff Attorney

Immigration lawLegal research and writingCase managementLegal writingLegal researchLegal representationClient counselingLegal writing and researchFamily lawLitigation

Common Employers Hiring Staff Attorney

  • New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG)7 positions
  • Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)4 positions
  • Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press2 positions
  • East Bay Children's Law Offices2 positions
  • Advocates for Children of New York, Inc.2 positions

Top Locations for Staff Attorney

United StatesKings County, NYWashington, DCLos Angeles, CAFrederick, MD

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Data extracted from 84 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026