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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$77K - $108K *

Manage the Litigation Docketing function, ensuring accurate tracking of case events and deadlines. Support attorneys with critical date management and procedural updates, while utilizing advanced cale...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $196K *

Pioneer ethical compliance by guiding legal teams through complex conflicts and regulatory requirements. Leverage your legal expertise to develop policies, provide training, and ensure adherence to pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$77K - $108K *

Manage and maintain an accurate litigation docket, ensuring critical dates and deadlines are met. Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide essential support and updates on court procedures, enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $252K *

Lead the legal strategy in navigating government contracts and compliance. Drive contract negotiation and oversight across multiple divisions, ensuring excellence in executing business objectives and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $100K *

Drive contractor network growth by identifying partners, managing contracts, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and business objectives. Utilize market research and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion privacy initiatives by translating complex regulations into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operationalize privacy-by-design, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining privacy compliance by translating complex regulations into actionable strategies. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational practices and support a global priva...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $100K *

Champion the growth of our contractor network by identifying partners, managing contracts, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive business success and operational efficiency through innovative s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$94K *

Lead the charge in providing legal representation and supervision of attorneys, ensuring effective defense strategies for clients facing criminal charges while managing case files and guiding subordin...

2 weeks ago

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

$94K *

Lead a team of attorneys in providing legal representation to clients, ensuring effective case management and strategic defense planning. Collaborate with various stakeholders to advocate for clients...

2 weeks ago

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

$187K - $280K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI and product law by advising on privacy, IP, and compliance. Collaborate globally to develop legal frameworks and support innovative product strategies in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by providing expert legal support in commercial transactions for consumer electronics and home appliances, ensuring compliance while mitigating risks and fostering collaboration acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by providing expert legal counsel on commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with a dynamic team. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and c...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$218K - $233K *

Elevate your legal career by driving commercial and licensing transactions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance while supporting strategic growth initiatives in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Transform corporate legal strategies by providing expert counsel on M&A, securities compliance, and data commercialization. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovative solutions while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $109K *

Lead the charge in providing legal support at the intersection of criminal and immigration law. Collaborate with defense teams to minimize immigration impacts, advocate for clients, and navigate compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading contract management for complex defense programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive proposal execution and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring c...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $210K *

Empower clients facing complex toxic tort matters through effective litigation strategies and legal representation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage cases from inception to conclusion in a su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform Texas civil litigation by leveraging your expertise to enhance technology adoption and streamline workflows. Collaborate with legal leaders to shape innovative tools that improve practice ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K *

Unlock potential by representing defendants in criminal courts, ensuring their rights are upheld while managing a dynamic caseload. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to achieve favorable outcome...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K *

Transform the legal landscape by representing defendants in criminal courts, ensuring their rights are upheld while managing a dynamic caseload and collaborating with peers to achieve optimal outcomes...

2 weeks ago

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

$220K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading global CMC regulatory strategies for biologics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and drive successful product development while mentoring a hi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion compliance and legal excellence at our institution by providing strategic legal counsel, overseeing compliance programs, and fostering a culture of ethics and accountability across all levels...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Provide legal counsel and compliance leadership to support institutional operations, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations while fostering a culture of ethics and accountability across t...

2 weeks ago

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

$124K - $173K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the integrity of land registration in Yukon. Lead operations at the Land Titles Office, providing legal guidance and making critical decisions under complex le...

Whitehorse, YTIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

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.