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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$85K - $197K *

Join a team that's dedicated to upholding justice by prosecuting federal crimes. As an Assistant U.S. Attorney, you'll handle complex cases, collaborate with agencies, and develop your legal expertise...

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

$77K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to defending the United States in various legal matters. Collaborate with skilled professionals while managing complex litigation cases in a supportive environment, enhanc...

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

$150K - $210K *

Transform your litigation career by managing complex cases in state and federal courts. Collaborate with a high-performing team in a flexible, remote or hybrid environment, while advancing your skills...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $250K *

Champion legal excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving AI adoption, and managing complex commercial transactions while ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in a global digital media landscap...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence within the legal sector by managing vendor relationships, streamlining processes, and supporting the legal team with data analysis and reporting, ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by supporting the legal team with operational tasks, vendor management, and data analysis. This role requires strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to streamline proce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $110K *

Join our team to lead global product compliance initiatives across diverse categories. You'll monitor regulations, develop testing protocols, and ensure adherence to safety standards while collaborati...

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

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of global product compliance across diverse categories. Drive regulatory adherence, manage testing protocols, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure safety and...

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

$65K - $125K *

Engage in impactful legal advocacy by representing juvenile and adult clients in litigation, appeals, and counsel. Collaborate with experienced attorneys while developing your skills in a supportive e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Drive compliance excellence by building a robust framework for U.S. operations, ensuring adherence to healthcare laws and regulations while fostering a culture of integrity and transparency in a fast...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by guiding clients through critical estate and financial planning decisions. Join a supportive team where mentorship fosters growth, and your expertise helps shape the future of clien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to empower clients through estate and financial planning. Engage in public workshops, conduct consultations, and design tailored plans while collaborating with experienced attorney...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $200K *

Manage compliance and regulatory functions for a global SaaS provider, advising on laws impacting enterprise clients. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely compliance and develop best practi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining legal support in multifamily housing. Leverage your civil litigation expertise to provide impactful legal counsel across diverse areas, ensuring compliance and risk manag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$149K - $288K *

Join our team as a Chief Deputy City Attorney, overseeing operations in the Gun Violence Reduction Unit. Lead legal initiatives, supervise staff, and collaborate with law enforcement to enhance commun...

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

$59K - $111K *

Lead contract lifecycle activities, ensuring compliance and fostering relationships with customers. Oversee negotiations, manage solicitations, and support audits while collaborating with cross-functi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $165K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team to defend diverse liability cases. Leverage your litigation expertise in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and client engagemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $137K *

Lead the charge in regulatory strategy and registration management for biorational products, ensuring compliance and supporting global business objectives through expert guidance and strategic directi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional client care and achieving outstanding results. You'll engage with clients, manage cases, and prepare for trial while ensuring effective communicat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive the resolution of conflicts of interest by analyzing and managing new business and lateral hire reviews, collaborating with attorneys to ensure compliance and ethical standards while maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$117K - $176K *

Drive the administration of U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Manage proposals, reviews, and communications while supporting contract lifecycle activities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $183K *

Engage in impactful legal work as you investigate and prosecute cases involving immigration, drug trafficking, and transnational crime. This role offers immediate courtroom experience and opportunitie...

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

$83K - $195K *

Support a dedicated team in enforcing Federal laws, investigating and prosecuting diverse criminal cases. Your role will evolve with experience, tackling complex legal challenges while ensuring justic...

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

$135K - $160K *

Join us to provide strategic legal support for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, oversee real estate transactions, and develop innovative legal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Innovate legal strategies for renewable energy projects, focusing on real estate, land acquisition, and environmental permitting. Collaborate across teams to support utility-scale solar and energy sto...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.