Legal Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
IHLIDXUSTPLEGA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
117.89
Year-over-Year Change
-0.56%
Date Range
11/6/2022 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The 'Legal Job Postings on Indeed in the United States' trend measures the volume of online job postings for legal roles across the country. This metric provides insight into the strength and direction of the legal labor market.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index tracks the number of job postings for legal occupations, such as lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants, posted on the job search website Indeed. It serves as a real-time indicator of hiring demand and business activity in the legal sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by tracking new job postings on the Indeed platform.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and legal industry analysts to assess the health and outlook of the legal employment market.
Key Facts
- The index is measured as a 7-day moving average.
- Legal job postings fell sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The index reached a record high in 2022 as the legal sector rebounded.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of online job postings for legal occupations, such as lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants, across the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides valuable insight into the strength and direction of the legal labor market, which is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by tracking new job postings on the Indeed platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and economists to assess the health and outlook of the legal employment market, which can inform economic and workforce development policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is reported as a 7-day moving average, and there may be slight delays in the availability of the most recent data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Legal Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPLEGA), retrieved from FRED.