Find your next opportunity in the legal field with Ladders. Explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, from attorney and counsel roles to senior leadership positions. Whether you specialize in corporate law, litigation, regulatory affairs, or compliance, discover opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Legal professionals work across law firms, corporations, financial services, healthcare, technology, government, and nonprofit organizations. Common opportunities include corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, employment attorney, compliance officer, privacy counsel, and legal operations leader.
Employers often seek strong legal research and writing, sound judgment, negotiation skills, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly. Depending on the role, experience with contracts, litigation, regulatory requirements, risk management, privacy, or team leadership may also be important. Many attorney positions require an active license in the relevant jurisdiction.
Use Ladders to explore high-paying legal opportunities and identify roles aligned with your expertise, preferred industry, and career level. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications, then tailor your application to highlight relevant legal experience and measurable impact.
Director, Legal (Cybersecurity)
$210K - $340K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of legal cybersecurity strategy. Lead legal initiatives, ensure compliance, and advise on risk management while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams...
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Director, Legal (Cybersecurity)
$210K - $340K *
Drive cybersecurity legal strategy as a key partner to the CISO, overseeing risk management, incident response, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Shape the firm's security governance while...
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Special Counsel, Transactions (M&A and Bank Partnerships)
$200K - $262K *
Unlock potential by leading complex transactions in corporate development and financial partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, leveraging AI to enhance l...
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$85K - $95K *
Champion the adjudication of complex General Liability and Auto BI claims, ensuring timely resolutions and client satisfaction. Leverage industry expertise to deliver innovative solutions while foster...
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Contracts Officer, UNC Clinical Research Partners
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading contract negotiations for clinical research, ensuring compliance and efficiency in agreements with industry sponsors. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance processes an...
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$150K - $275K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team of Employment Attorneys. Leverage your expertise in workplace law and litigation to provide impactful counsel and drive results for clients in a collabo...
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Compliance Testing Manager (US)
$91K - $136K *
Manage and oversee independent Compliance testing, providing expertise and guidance. Lead engagements, ensuring quality and adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional...
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Compliance Testing Manager (US)
$91K - $136K *
Pioneer a transformative compliance program by overseeing independent testing, managing operations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance compliance strategies in a dynamic environment. Your...
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Compliance Testing Manager (US)
$91K - $136K *
Optimize compliance testing processes by leading independent QA engagements, providing expertise, and collaborating across teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and enhance operational eff...
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$90K - $110K *
Champion the legal team by managing corporate registrations, assisting with litigation, and conducting legal research to support attorneys in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will enhance corpora...
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$135K - $160K *
Shape corporate governance and secretarial functions across global entities, ensuring compliance and supporting expansion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage board operations, entity li...
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$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by managing corporate governance and secretarial functions across global entities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support strategic expansion while o...
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Healthcare & Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney
$135K - $180K *
Shape the future of healthcare litigation by representing providers in court. Leverage your expertise in medical malpractice and litigation to manage cases, draft motions, and collaborate in a dynamic...
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Corporate Counsel, Healthcare Transactional Attorney
$130K - $155K *
Champion legal strategies by providing expert counsel on pharmacy and healthcare operations, focusing on payor contracting. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and navigate complex regulatory...
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$155K - $225K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on construction litigation. Leverage your expertise in insurance defense and litigation to manage cases from inception to trial in a collaborative en...
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Corporate Counsel, Healthcare Transactional Attorney
$130K - $155K *
Transform healthcare legal operations by leveraging your expertise in payor contracting and regulatory frameworks. You'll negotiate and draft essential transactions while collaborating with cross-func...
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Staff Attorney, Criminal Defense (Felony Experience)
$86K - $157K *
Help us provide impactful legal representation in criminal defense, advocating for clients from arraignment through trial. Join a collaborative team committed to social justice and client-centered adv...
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Senior Counsel, Treasury & Trade Solutions Legal - Vice President
$140K - $210K *
Partner with us to advise on global trade transactions, structuring trade finance products, and navigating legal complexities. Collaborate with business units and control functions to ensure complianc...
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Senior Counsel, Treasury & Trade Solutions Legal - Vice President
$140K - $210K *
Unlock potential by advising on global trade transactions and financing structures. Collaborate with business units and control functions to navigate legal complexities and ensure compliance in a dyna...
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Principal Contracts Strategist (Pre-Award)
$125K - $150K *
Lead complex contract strategy and execution, enhancing scalable systems to support sales and growth. Collaborate across teams to align contracts with business needs while addressing immediate challen...
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Employee Benefits Counsel (7+ Years)
$370K - $420K *
Unlock your potential as you navigate complex employee benefits law, providing expert counsel on health and welfare plans. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle innovative legal challenges and dri...
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Litigation Associate (2-4 years) - Seattle
$235K - $305K *
Join our dynamic Litigation team to tackle complex commercial cases, collaborating with senior attorneys. Leverage your 2-4 years of experience to drive impactful legal strategies and support clients...
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Associate - Corporate - Environment, Land & Resources - New York
$225K *
Advance your career by joining a leading environmental practice group, advising multinational clients on complex environmental matters, including climate change, contaminated properties, and energy tr...
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$80K - $120K *
Unlock potential by blending traditional law librarianship with AI innovation. Conduct in-depth legal research, manage knowledge systems, and enhance our AI platform's accuracy to support attorneys in...
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$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of legal practice by managing a diverse litigation caseload, including foreclosure and property law. Collaborate with clients and courts to ensure compliance and deliver effective leg...
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What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?
You can explore roles such as attorney, corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, compliance leader, privacy counsel, and legal operations professional, depending on current listings.
Are the legal jobs on this page high-paying?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.
What qualifications are commonly required for legal jobs?
Requirements vary by position. Attorney roles commonly require a law degree and an active license in the relevant jurisdiction, while in-house, compliance, and legal operations roles may emphasize specialized experience and business expertise.
How can I improve my chances of getting a legal job?
Tailor your resume to the role, highlight relevant practice-area experience and results, and clearly communicate your research, writing, negotiation, and leadership skills. Confirm that you meet any licensing or jurisdiction requirements.