Explore Legal & Accounting Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find high-paying opportunities across law, accounting, tax, audit, compliance, and corporate finance with Ladders. Browse vetted professional openings for experienced candidates, from legal counsel and law firm leadership to accounting directors and finance executives. Discover roles where your expertise can support organizations, guide strategic decisions, and advance your career.

Legal Careers Across Industries

Legal professionals help organizations navigate contracts, litigation, governance, employment matters, intellectual property, and regulatory requirements. Search opportunities such as general counsel, corporate counsel, compliance leader, litigation attorney, and law firm partner. Employers may seek expertise in a particular practice area, industry, jurisdiction, or leadership function.

Accounting, Tax, and Audit Opportunities

Accounting roles span financial reporting, corporate accounting, tax planning, internal controls, audit, and risk management. Explore openings for accounting managers, controllers, tax directors, audit leaders, and chief financial officers. Senior positions often call for strong analytical judgment, communication skills, and experience guiding teams or advising business leaders.

Find the Right Senior-Level Role

Use Ladders to focus your search on professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare titles, responsibilities, industries, and qualifications, then tailor your resume to show measurable results, leadership experience, and relevant credentials. Requirements vary by employer and position; legal roles may require bar admission, while accounting opportunities may value certifications such as CPA.

Advance Your Legal or Accounting Career

Whether you are pursuing a move into leadership, a specialized practice, or a new industry, explore Legal & Accounting listings on Ladders to find opportunities aligned with your experience and goals. Review each posting for compensation details, location, and qualifications, and apply directly to roles that fit your background.

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$235K - $310K *

Join a team that's redefining public finance by providing expert legal counsel on diverse financing matters. Leverage your skills in a dynamic environment, supporting clients across various sectors wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and maintaining core infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security while collaborating with IT teams and stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Manage the core infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to optimize services, resolve incidents, and enhance operational efficiency whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing core infrastructure platforms. Manage daily operations, ensure system reliability, and collaborate with IT teams to optimize services while maintaining securi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Optimize our core infrastructure platforms by ensuring reliability, security, and performance. Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to enhance operations, manage incidents, and implement improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and maintaining core infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security while collaborating with IT teams and stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Champion complex commercial litigation by representing clients in federal and state matters. Leverage your expertise in financial fraud, contract disputes, and trial preparation to drive successful ou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential in commercial litigation, handling diverse disputes and gaining hands-on experience from filing to trial. Collaborate with clients and senior attorneys to shape strategies and bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Elevate your legal career by joining a dynamic team of civil litigation attorneys. Collaborate across diverse practice areas, leveraging your skills in a flexible environment that values innovation an...

San Diego, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Unlock your potential by engaging in complex litigation, managing cases, and developing strategies in insurance coverage and bad faith matters. Join a flexible, national firm that values professional...

Carlsbad, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Champion environmental justice by joining our dynamic team of attorneys. Engage in diverse toxic tort cases, collaborate with experts, and develop your skills in a supportive environment that values f...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Transform your legal career by tackling complex Environmental/Toxic Tort cases. Join a dynamic team where you’ll engage in diverse litigation, collaborate with experts, and enjoy flexible work options...

Carlsbad, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of bankruptcy attorneys, where you will engage in litigation, provide exceptional client service, and thrive in a flexible work environment. All experience l...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Lead the charge in bankruptcy litigation, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional client service. Ideal for self-starters at all experience levels, offering flexible work arrangements...

Carlsbad, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of litigation in Southern California. We seek experienced attorneys to manage complex insurance coverage cases, offering flexible work options and opportunities f...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse civil litigation cases across various practice areas. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging strong litigation skills and academic excellence to deliver excep...

Carlsbad, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in employment litigation. We welcome all experience levels to thrive in a dynamic environment, offering flexible work options and a commitment to superior cl...

San Diego, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team of Civil Litigation Attorneys, handling diverse cases across various practice areas. Enjoy flexible work options, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth in a suppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $275K *

Partner with us to manage complex state and federal court matters, utilizing strong writing and analytical skills. Contribute to discovery processes, depositions, and motion drafting while collaborati...

Carlsbad, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $144K *

Manage tax compliance engagements, ensuring timely service and proactive client communication. Lead a team, review tax work, and maintain expertise in high net worth individual tax matters while drivi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Drive the end-to-end revenue lifecycle and lead a high-performing team in optimizing order-to-cash operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with ASC 606 while enhancing automati...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Lead complex Global Trade & Customs engagements, advising C-suite executives while driving practice growth and delivering high-quality solutions. Collaborate across teams to navigate regulatory challe...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Drive growth and excellence in Global Trade by leading complex advisory engagements, mentoring talent, and advising C-suite executives on customs and trade regulations, ensuring compliance and strateg...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Transform global trade practices by leading complex advisory engagements, mentoring talent, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate regulatory challenges and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Lead and innovate in Global Trade & Customs Advisory, driving growth and excellence. Engage with C-suite clients, oversee complex projects, and mentor talent while navigating regulatory complexities a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of Legal & Accounting jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Listings may include attorney and counsel roles, general counsel, compliance positions, accountants, controllers, tax professionals, auditors, finance leaders, and executive roles such as CFO. Availability varies by employer and location.

  • Do Legal & Accounting jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation information and details, since pay can vary by role, experience, employer, and location.

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    Requirements depend on the role and jurisdiction. Many attorney positions require a law degree and active bar admission, while senior legal roles may also call for practice-area expertise, industry experience, and leadership skills.

  • Which certifications can help with accounting careers?question toggle

    Credentials vary by position. The CPA is commonly valued in accounting, audit, and tax roles; other certifications may be relevant depending on specialization and employer requirements.

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