Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Attorney jobs in Los Angeles, CA

427 attorneys employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $189,969 median · 28% above the national median.

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Attorney pay in Los Angeles, CA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $148,682 $189,969 $240,654
25th$148,682 Median$189,969 75th$240,654 vs US28% above the national median

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

Attorney pay bands in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles
Example (illustrative)
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Typical pay range
$167,172–$208,965
Common on
Lever

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 Los Angeles
Example (illustrative)
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Typical pay range
$164,323–$229,482
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 Los Angeles
Example (illustrative)
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Typical pay range
$161,473–$226,063
Common on
Workday

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 Los Angeles
Example (illustrative)
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Typical pay range
$181,420–$215,804
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 Los Angeles
Example (illustrative)
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Typical pay range
$181,420–$232,901
Common on
Greenhouse

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

Attorney Career Ladder — Los Angeles Metro

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

  1. Entry Attorney0–2 yrs$136,777
  2. Mid Attorney2–5 yrs$180,470
  3. Senior Attorney5–8 yrs$227,962
  4. Staff Attorney8–12 yrs$275,455
  5. Lead Attorney12+ yrs$322,947

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

Employers in the Attorney hiring market in Los Angeles

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

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 Los Angeles post Attorney jobs

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

What Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Attorney earn in Los Angeles, CA?
Median $189,969/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $148,682–$240,654. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Attorney jobs are there in Los Angeles?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 427 Attorney roles employed in the Los Angeles metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Los Angeles 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?
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