50% of professionals earn between $15,458 - $86,875 USD
The median salary is $70,268
The average salary for a Criminal Defense in United States is USD 70,268 - USD 86,875 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 78,572 per year, based on 467 active job listings.
The cities with the most Criminal Defense job opportunities in United States are Los Angeles, Phoenix, Minneapolis, San Jose, Dallas. Los Angeles leads with 23 job openings.
Leading employers for Criminal Defense roles in United States include Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting, Cantor Law Group, Jobot, National Legal Aid & Defender Association, Wizehire.
Explore 467 Criminal Defense job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.