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.
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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$100K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional estate planning services. Leverage your 3-5 years of experience to manage cases from inception, ensuring superior client service and contributing...
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Commercial Litigation and General Liability Attorneys
$140K - $215K *
Grow your legal career by joining a dynamic team of litigation attorneys. Leverage your skills in a flexible environment that values independence and client engagement, while contributing to a nationa...
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Environmental/Toxic Tort Litigation Attorneys
$100K - $165K *
Drive impactful litigation by leveraging your legal expertise in environmental and toxic tort cases. Collaborate with a dynamic team while gaining hands-on experience in research, drafting, and court...
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Torts and Products Liability Litigation Attorneys
$100K - $275K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in Tort and Liability law. Leverage your litigation skills and academic background while collaborating with a diverse workforce. Enjoy competitive compensati...
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$80K - $115K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to streamline land acquisition and title processes. Utilize your expertise in real estate transactions to support legal documentation and project development, drivin...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on insurance coverage analysis and litigation. Leverage your expertise in first-party property and general liability matters while contributing to a...
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Associate Director/Director, Commercial Counsel
$232K - $327K *
Contribute to shaping legal capabilities in a dynamic tech environment. Negotiate commercial agreements and advise on AI and regulatory matters while collaborating across teams to drive innovation and...
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Associate Director/Director, Commercial Counsel
$232K - $327K *
Transform legal operations in a dynamic environment by structuring and negotiating commercial agreements, providing strategic counsel on AI and scientific regulations, and building scalable legal syst...
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Legal Technology and Contract Management Systems Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive efficiency by managing the enterprise-wide contract management system, ensuring optimal performance and user support. Collaborate with legal and IT teams to enhance technology solutions and stre...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the Conflicts Team in analyzing new business intake and overseeing ethical compliance. Drive professional development, manage complex conflict resolutions, and ensure adherence to guidelines whil...
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Supervising Attorney - OLDER AMERICANS ACT PROJECT AND MILWAUKEE BENEFITS UNIT
$81K - $137K *
Lead the Older Americans Act Project, providing legal services and supervision to a team while managing client caseloads and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. Foster collaboration with comm...
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$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by supporting government contract management and compliance. Collaborate with senior personnel to ensure adherence to regulations, assist in proposal activities, and maintain accurate...
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$80K - $95K *
Transform immigration program delivery by optimizing workflows, mentoring teams, and ensuring quality support. Collaborate with clients and internal partners to enhance operational efficiency and driv...
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$100K - $275K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in medical malpractice law. Leverage your expertise in a collaborative environment, handling diverse cases while enjoying flexible work options and competiti...
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$110K - $135K *
Drive strategic procurement and compliance for IT and cloud services, managing complex contracts and vendor relations to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency across techn...
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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.