Explore Legal Jobs Paying $100K or More

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 Roles Across Industries

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.

Skills Employers Look For

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.

Advance Your Legal Career

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.

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$97K - $176K *

Analyze and lead complex money laundering investigations, developing strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance within the securities industry, wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $154K *

Join us to lead complex money laundering investigations, develop strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance regulatory compliance and protect market integrity within the securi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $211K *

Champion complex money laundering investigations, utilizing advanced analytical skills and regulatory knowledge to mitigate risks in the securities industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $176K *

Optimize complex money laundering investigations, leveraging advanced analytical skills and regulatory knowledge to identify risks and trends. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading complex money laundering investigations, developing strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance regulatory compliance and protect market integrity...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex fraud investigations within the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks and develop strategies. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in complex fraud investigations within the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $202K *

Lead the charge in complex money laundering investigations, utilizing advanced analytical skills and regulatory knowledge to identify risks and develop effective strategies. Collaborate with cross-fun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex fraud investigations in the securities industry by independently leading high-risk inquiries, developing strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulator...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to high-stakes fraud investigations in the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks, develop strategies, and collaborate with cro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $202K *

Lead complex money laundering investigations, develop strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance regulatory compliance and mitigate risks in the securities industry. Serve as a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $202K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in conducting complex money laundering investigations, utilizing advanced analytical skills and regulatory knowledge to enhance market integrity and investor prot...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in complex fraud investigations within the securities industry. Utilize advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks, develop strategies, and collaborate with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex fraud investigations in the securities industry by independently leading high-risk cases, developing strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex fraud investigations in the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex fraud investigations within the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion complex fraud investigations in the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks and develop strategies. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex fraud investigations within the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks, develop strategies, and produce compreh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead complex fraud investigations within the securities industry, utilizing advanced analytical skills and independent judgment to identify risks and develop strategies. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Analyze complex fraud-related investigations within the securities industry, focusing on detection and mitigation of risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support for operations in Canada. You'll advise on legal matters, engage with regulators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in scaling governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across teams, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and international standards while driving enterprise risk management...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower our team by leveraging your litigation expertise in insurance defense. Play a key role in managing cases, conducting motions, and representing clients in hearings and trials, while collaborati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Develop your expertise in managing complex business structures and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences and streamline processes in a fast-paced legal e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $96K *

Join our team to manage complex compliance filings, ensuring accuracy and quality standards. You'll mentor others, review peer work, and develop processes to enhance service delivery within compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.