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A comprehensive guide to Lawyer licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$127,631 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
197,790High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
179,050High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
NY
New YorkCompact: Yes
177,210High CoL Adjusted
Secondary license (another license is a prerequisite)No educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
DE
DelawareCompact: Pending
172,710High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
CO
ColoradoCompact: Yes
167,970High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: No
159,240High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
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