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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$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative legal strategies as the chief legal officer, guiding agency operations and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance public safety initiatives while overseeing legal matter...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Empower your legal career by managing diverse cases from inception to resolution. Provide strategic counsel and representation while collaborating with partners and clients in a dynamic environment. M...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading regulatory analysis, change management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational integrity and strategic alignment across health plan initiati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development and execution of intellectual property strategies, managing portfolios and providing strategic legal counsel across commercial and marketing matters while collaborating with busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic initiatives for AML/ATF compliance, complaints management, and regulatory relations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance and risk management practices while fostering a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$199K - $321K *

Drive strategic legal counsel for diagnostics and medical devices, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and commercial strategies. Collaborate across teams to navigate complex legal landscapes in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $321K *

Join a dynamic team to provide strategic legal counsel on diagnostics and medical devices, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and commercial strategies while collaborating across business units...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Optimize corporate governance and compliance activities while managing complex legal projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance legal operations and support a fast-paced, multi-entit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $125K *

Lead the litigation calendaring process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide training and quality review, while managing deadlines across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex legal matters, supporting attorneys through litigation phases, and enhancing case management efficiency while ensuring high-quality outcomes and effective communica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal counsel to cross-functional teams in the Oncology sector, navigating regulatory complexities and influencing business outcomes while fostering leadership...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic law firm as a Legal Secretary, where you'll support attorneys in family and business law through document management, client communication, and administrative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $176K *

Champion contract excellence by managing negotiations, administration, and compliance. Collaborate with program teams to ensure successful execution of contracts while navigating complex regulations a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $231K *

Shape the future of our legal team by leading enterprise negotiations and streamlining contracting processes. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful initiatives and support our growt...

CanadaRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $180K *

Champion your legal expertise by supporting a dynamic team in navigating commercial, regulatory, and governance matters. Collaborate across functions to provide practical legal solutions in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$165K - $180K *

Transform your legal career by providing strategic counsel on commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and governance matters in a dynamic, technology-driven food business. Collaborate with stake...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K *

Manage a diverse family law caseload while representing clients in litigation, negotiation, and mediation. Collaborate with a supportive team to develop case strategies and guide clients through compl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K *

Transform your career as a Family Law Attorney, managing diverse cases and guiding clients through litigation and resolution. Enjoy autonomy, strong support, and opportunities for professional growth...

Bryan, TXRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $265K *

Drive compliance excellence by partnering with teams to navigate healthcare regulations, manage commercial contracts, and ensure adherence to laws. This role combines legal expertise with strategic co...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing law enforcement training by overseeing course development and instructor performance. Lead initiatives to ensure high-quality training programs while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $90K *

Elevate client care by providing high-level support in a dynamic legal environment. Collaborate with the Indigenous Law Group to manage priorities, coordinate schedules, and enhance client relationshi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform enterprise contracting operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing governance, and fostering collaboration across departments to streamline processes and improve compliance and pe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$243K - $299K *

Champion safety operations by leading law enforcement collaborations, managing critical incident investigations, and enhancing product support. Drive strategic initiatives across teams to mitigate ris...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex intellectual property and technology transfer issues into actionable strategies, advising on compliance and legal frameworks to support DOE's mission and enhance commercialization ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by advising on complex intellectual property and technology transfer matters, ensuring compliance and advancing mission objectives across federal programs and research initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.

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    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.

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    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.