How much does an Associate Attorney (Law Firm) make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Associate Attorney (Law Firm) in Washington, DC is $97,167. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $84,808 to $107,019, with most professionals earning between $73,556 and $115,988.

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Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salary $73,556 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salary $84,808 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salary $97,167 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salary $107,019 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Associate Attorney (Law Firm) Salary $115,988 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25% $84,808 10% $73,556 90% $115,988 75% $107,019 $97,167 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Associate Attorney (Law Firm)

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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