Updated 2026-04-23 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Attorney jobs in Kansas City, MO

246 attorneys employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $142,665 median · 4% below the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Attorney pay in Kansas City, MO

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Kansas City metro. Half of Attorneys earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $105,255 $142,665 $175,902
25th$105,255 Median$142,665 75th$175,902 vs US4% below the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Attorney salary guide →

Attorney pay bands in Kansas City by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior Attorney

Typical senior band in Kansas City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Kansas City, MO
Typical pay range
$136,245–$167,203
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Attorney

Typical lead band in Kansas City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Kansas City, MO
Typical pay range
$116,985–$174,907
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Attorney

Typical lead band in Kansas City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Kansas City, MO
Typical pay range
$119,125–$162,067
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Attorney

Typical staff band in Kansas City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Kansas City, MO
Typical pay range
$134,105–$180,043
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Attorney

Typical mid level band in Kansas City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Kansas City, MO
Typical pay range
$123,405–$156,931
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Attorney Career Ladder — Kansas City Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Kansas City’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Attorney0–2 yrs$102,718
  2. Mid Attorney2–5 yrs$135,531
  3. Senior Attorney5–8 yrs$171,198
  4. Staff Attorney8–12 yrs$206,864
  5. Lead Attorney12+ yrs$242,530

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Attorney hiring market in Kansas City

  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Kansas City post Attorney jobs

Employers in the Kansas City metro typically post Attorney roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Kansas City Employers Actually Ask Attorneys

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Attorney in Kansas City, MO — Common Questions

How much does a Attorney earn in Kansas City, MO?
Median $142,665/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $105,255–$175,902. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Attorney jobs are there in Kansas City?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 246 Attorney roles employed in the Kansas City metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Kansas City employers use for Attorney?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Attorney jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Attorney openings in Kansas City and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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