Divorce Lawyer Career

*A job as a Divorce Lawyer falls under the broader career category of Lawyers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Lawyers : Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.


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Lawyer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$139,880

Median Hourly Wage

$67.25*

Total Employed Nationally

619,530


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.