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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$110K - $130K *

Lead legal support for U.S. and Canadian product compliance, managing regulatory interactions and product integrity issues. Collaborate globally to ensure adherence to evolving legal frameworks and pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $176K *

Lead compliance initiatives by advising business units on regulatory risks, ensuring strategic growth while embedding compliance in decision-making. Collaborate across functions to translate complex r...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $176K *

Empower business units to navigate compliance, fraud, privacy, and regulatory risks while driving strategic initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex regulations into actionable guida...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $270K *

Pioneer in legal strategy by leading complex transactions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive high-value agreements, manage risks, and support business growth in...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $176K *

Champion compliance excellence by guiding business units through complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring strategic initiatives align with compliance, fraud, privacy, and AML/ATF requirements for respo...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $270K *

Transform regulatory compliance in North America by developing strategies and programs that ensure adherence to financial regulations. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative compliance solut...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with licensing and registration regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational processes, respond to inquiries, and manage projects that support th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing licensing and registration processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations while pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $165K *

Empower our legal team by managing and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Collaborate with sales and services to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while providing strategic legal guidance a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $144K *

Champion compliance excellence by managing regulatory requirements and enhancing workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive licensing programs and support geographic expansion while ensuring a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform your legal career by leading diverse legal matters in a dynamic business environment. Collaborate with teams, manage contracts, and drive compliance while supporting growth and innovation in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$219K - $253K *

Shape the future of commercialization by leading legal support for contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to draft, negotiate, and manage agreements while ensuring compliance and mitigatin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $365K *

Drive impactful corporate restructuring initiatives, leveraging in-court and out-of-court expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for clients, while enhancing your p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $365K *

Innovate within a dynamic Corporate Restructuring team, tackling complex in-court and out-of-court restructurings while shaping impactful legal strategies for clients. Join a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$143K - $305K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal counsel for federal procurements, partnering with business teams to navigate complex contracting landscapes while managing risks and enabling innovative so...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $165K *

Advance legal education by directing externship programs, teaching practicum courses, and mentoring students. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to enhance practical training and ensure c...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform legal education by directing externship programs, teaching practicum courses, and mentoring students. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to enhance practical training and ensure...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Engage as a Senior Employment Attorney, advocating for employee rights in a dynamic legal practice. Drive case strategy, manage litigation, and collaborate with clients to ensure justice in workplace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team of Personal Injury Attorneys, engaging in complex litigation and driving results. Ideal for self-starters with strong communication and litigation skills, this role offers opportun...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Champion exceptional claims management by leading complex litigation cases, negotiating effectively, and ensuring superior outcomes for clients. Collaborate with defense counsel to drive strategic res...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing complex litigation claims with advanced technical expertise. Collaborate with defense counsel to ensure effective strategies, deliver superior client service, and drive po...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize litigation strategies and manage complex claims through expert negotiation and client-focused solutions. Collaborate closely with defense counsel to drive favorable outcomes for high-severity...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $165K *

Champion the end-to-end contracts management process, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with cross-functional teams. Provide expert guidance and lead negotiations to support business objecti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform complex litigation claims by expertly negotiating and directing defense strategies, ensuring superior outcomes for clients while managing high-severity cases across multiple lines of busines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $151K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading cross-functional teams, negotiating complex agreements, and ensuring compliance throughout the contract lifecycle to drive business success and foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.