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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$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex legal challenges by managing a diverse caseload, creating litigation strategies, and representing clients in court. Drive successful outcomes through effective communication and negotia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $160K *

Lead the charge in providing legal expertise for complex insurance litigation. Work collaboratively with clients and a dynamic team to navigate all phases of civil litigation, enhancing your career in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead legal support for midstream operations and energy transition projects. Collaborate with internal teams on procurement, contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management to enhance operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Champion legal excellence by supporting procurement and project operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing contract management processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complex agreeme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $156K *

Transform risk management strategies by analyzing contracts and mitigating potential issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with Canadian standards...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$149K - $223K *

Deliver comprehensive legal counsel on employment matters, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Collaborate with HR and leadership to manage workplace investigations, litigation, and risk mi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate the integration of AI and innovative technologies in legal practices, driving client engagement and strategy. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and ensure impactful adoptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $260K *

Lead the charge in complex business negotiations, influencing senior leaders while managing risk and compliance. Drive strategic decision-making and deliver practical solutions that support business o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining legal services for federal acquisitions. This role involves complex legal research, drafting, and advising on procurement matters, ensuring compliance with federal laws a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal guidance on complex acquisition and procurement matters. This role involves independent legal research, drafting, and advising on federal laws, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform contracting processes by overseeing full lifecycle activities, including proposal development and compliance. Coordinate across departments, conduct negotiations, and ensure alignment with r...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$73K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advocating for tenants' rights and social justice. Engage directly with clients, participate in court programs, and contribute to community outreach efforts in a suppor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $109K *

Join us to support legal operations by drafting documents, preparing opinions, and assisting in civil proceedings. This entry-level role offers a chance to develop your legal skills while contributing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the legal landscape by providing expert support for carbon capture, water, and fiber initiatives. Collaborate with teams to draft and negotiate agreements, ensuring compliance with regulator...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Optimize litigation processes by accurately docketing critical dates and deadlines, ensuring compliance with court rules across jurisdictions, and maintaining the integrity of the firm's docketing sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate litigation docketing through effective software use, critical date calculations, and collaboration with legal professionals to maintain the integrity...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Optimize your career by managing litigation docketing processes, ensuring accuracy in critical dates and deadlines, and collaborating with legal teams to uphold the integrity of case information in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Engage in critical litigation docketing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules. Collaborate with legal teams to manage deadlines and maintain system integrity, while providing es...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $250K *

Shape the future of compliance in the financial services sector by supporting regulatory programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to fiduciary standards while managi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of compliance risk management by leading governance, analyzing data, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance frameworks and processes. Drive team development while managing mul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of conduct risk management by leading governance efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving process enhancements while managing a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion compliance excellence by overseeing valuation-related regulatory requirements, assessing risks, and advising stakeholders. Drive alignment with industry practices while ensuring robust govern...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive compliance excellence by overseeing valuation-related regulatory requirements, assessing risks, and advising stakeholders. Collaborate across teams to enhance control environments and ensure ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee compliance in valuation practices, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance control environments and support product launch...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in compliance risk management by overseeing valuations-related regulatory requirements, assessing compliance risks, and advising stakeholders to ensure alignment with industry practice...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.

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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.