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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$86K - $197K *

Engage in complex legal investigations and litigation within the Asset Forfeiture Unit, collaborating with prosecutors to identify and recover assets linked to federal crimes, while developing your sk...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Champion compliance and governance for a public company, ensuring accurate SEC filings and supporting legal needs across departments. Collaborate with leadership to navigate corporate law and operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that strategizes comprehensive estate and fiduciary solutions for high-net-worth clients, utilizing your legal expertise and collaboration skills in a supportive, non-practicing attorney r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$59K - $110K *

Transform your career by supporting attorneys in managing patent, trademark, and copyright portfolios. Engage with clients and outside counsel while ensuring compliance and addressing IP issues in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovation by managing global patent strategies, drafting applications, and collaborating with engineers to protect intellectual property while ensuring alignment with busin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of executive compensation and benefits. Collaborate with global clients on complex transactions and employment issues, leveraging unmatched expertise to deliver i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team that navigates complex compensation and benefits issues across global markets, collaborating with diverse clients to deliver innovative solutions in corpo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team advising on global compensation and benefits issues, tackling complex transactions and employment matters for diverse clients across industries, while leveraging u...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Transform complex compensation and benefits challenges into strategic solutions. Collaborate with global teams to advise clients on multi-jurisdictional employment issues, ensuring compliance and opti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $260K *

Shape the future of executive compensation and benefits by advising clients on complex corporate transactions and employment issues, leveraging global insights to deliver tailored solutions across div...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Contribute to complex compensation and benefits strategies, advising clients on multi-jurisdictional employment issues and optimizing plan designs. Collaborate with a global team to deliver practical...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Support clients by addressing complex compensation and benefits issues, leveraging global insights to develop practical solutions for diverse corporate transactions and employment matters across vario...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead privacy legal initiatives, advising on complex issues and driving global strategies. Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance and develop scalable solutions in a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to public service, leading a section of legal professionals in tax law, litigation, and compliance. Oversee operations, provide expert legal advice, and represent the agen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving innovative privacy solutions and legal strategies. Lead a high-performing group advising on complex privacy issues, ensuring compliance with global regulations while collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead a high-performing team to navigate complex privacy legal issues, driving global strategies and scalable solutions while collaborating across functions to ensure compliance and effective product c...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Transform privacy law practices by leading a high-performing team to navigate complex global privacy issues, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate across functions to ensure compliance and inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead a high-performing team to navigate complex privacy legal issues, driving global strategies and scalable solutions while collaborating across functions to ensure compliance and effective product c...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Champion privacy initiatives by leading a high-performing team to navigate complex legal issues, ensuring compliance with global privacy laws while collaborating across functions to support innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the investigation of ethics and compliance concerns, overseeing the entire process from intake to resolution. Collaborate with various teams to ensure thorough investigations and maintain hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $123K *

Lead the management of complex claims across various liability policies, ensuring thorough investigation and resolution. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategies and engage in negotiations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you tackle legal, compliance, and governance challenges in a fast-paced environment, focusing on commercial contracts and driving efficiency while supporting business growth and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic legal counsel on commercial contracts and compliance matters in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance legal processes and support business...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of payments by providing legal guidance on product design, compliance, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure innovative s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Advance your legal career by partnering with product teams to navigate payments regulation, consumer protection, and platform liability. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring compliance a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.