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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$185K - $344K *

Shape your career by leading patent and IP strategies within R&D, providing strategic counsel, managing patent portfolios, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance innovation and protect intell...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $344K *

Lead the charge in managing patent and IP activities within R&D, providing strategic counsel, building patent portfolios, and ensuring effective IP defense while collaborating with diverse teams and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $186K *

Join a team that's dedicated to pursuing complex civil investigations and litigation, focusing on fraud against New York state. Develop your litigation skills while making a significant impact on taxp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $180K *

Develop your career by leading complex litigation cases, crafting compelling themes, and mentoring junior attorneys. Collaborate with clients and team members to achieve exceptional outcomes while mai...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Drive impactful legal strategies as a seasoned attorney specializing in general liability insurance defense. Lead cases, mentor junior attorneys, and cultivate client relationships while maintaining h...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the implementation and operations of a comprehensive privacy program, managing PII inventory, conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and providing training to staff while collaborating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $345K *

Shape the future of asset management compliance by leading a national advisory practice. Drive growth, develop innovative solutions, and partner with investment firms to enhance regulatory compliance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$182K - $345K *

Engage as a strategic leader to build and scale a national advisory practice in asset management regulatory compliance, focusing on SEC-registered investment advisers and private fund managers while d...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$182K - $345K *

Lead the development of a national asset management compliance practice, driving growth and strategy while advising clients on regulatory requirements and compliance solutions across the investment ma...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$182K - $345K *

Empower your career by leading a national asset management compliance practice. Drive growth, develop strategic offerings, and build client relationships while ensuring regulatory excellence for inves...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$182K - $345K *

Empower growth by leading a national asset management compliance practice, driving strategy, business development, and client advisory services while ensuring regulatory adherence and operational exce...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $290K *

Drive compliance and legal strategy for the Markets division, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations while advising on complex legal matters. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risks and enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $150K *

Support organizational objectives by providing strategic legal advice and managing risk across various corporate matters. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and protect the organizatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic legal team to manage enterprise-wide contracts and transactions, providing strategic legal support across diverse industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks while drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Shape compliance strategies by providing expert guidance in regulatory risk management, collaborating with business leaders to ensure adherence to standards, and driving impactful solutions that foste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping compliance strategies to navigate regulatory challenges. Provide expert guidance to business leaders, ensuring adherence to standards while fostering responsible growth acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Advance compliance strategies by providing expert guidance on regulatory matters, collaborating with business leaders to ensure adherence, and enhancing operational efficiency across brokerage and adv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $228K *

Transform your career by providing legal counsel on employment matters, managing litigation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Play a key role in advising HR and stakeholders while mitigating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing legal and operational support for commercial contracting in healthcare. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and strategic alignment while manag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance in product and advertising initiatives. Collaborate with business leaders, manage regulatory filings, and address compliance gaps while supporting business suc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive legal strategies in construction law, managing disputes and client relations. Collaborate with teams to deliver effective solutions while enhancing your expertise in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Empower growth by driving client relationships and leveraging business development resources. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability and expand your team in a dynamic, entrepreneurial en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage in dynamic litigation, managing premises liability and personal injury cases. Collaborate with a supportive team, handle depositions, and build client relationships while enjoying flexible work...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$166K - $200K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Partner, where you'll leverage your entrepreneurial spirit and high-performance mindset to drive growth and collaborate closely with leadership in a sup...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Support our litigation team by ensuring accurate calendaring and compliance with court deadlines. Collaborate with attorneys to provide timely docketing services, enhancing operational efficiency and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.

  • 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.

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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.