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 - $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

$75K - $95K *

Drive your career forward as you support legal teams by managing critical deadlines, interpreting court rules, and ensuring accurate docket entries in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Support legal teams by managing docket entries, interpreting court rules, and calculating deadlines across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment to ensure accurac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic Docketing Department, where you'll support legal teams by managing critical deadlines, interpreting court rules, and ensuring accurate docket entries across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Support legal teams by managing docket entries, interpreting court rules, and calculating deadlines. Collaborate across multiple offices to ensure compliance and accuracy in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Docket Specialist, supporting legal teams by managing critical deadlines, interpreting court rules, and ensuring accurate docket entries across multiple jurisdictions in a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Drive compliance excellence by monitoring and investigating electronic communications to uphold regulatory standards and firm policies. Enhance effectiveness of surveillance tools to combat market abu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal counsel in construction litigation. Engage with clients and professionals to resolve disputes, draft motions, and represent cases in various lega...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$109K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing community-based public safety solutions through legislative and policy reform. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful change and protect civ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $159K *

Shape transformative public safety solutions by leading legislative reforms and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to empower Black communities and advance racial justice initiatives across multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$121K - $152K *

Transform communities by leading legislative and policy reforms that enhance public safety and racial justice. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop innovative solutions and advocate for im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to investigating human rights violations and war crimes. As a historian, you'll conduct in-depth research, analyze historical data, and collaborate with experts to support...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Empower your legal career by gaining hands-on litigation experience in family law, civil litigation, and criminal defense, supported by seasoned attorneys and a dedicated team, while managing a divers...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Join as a strategic legal advisor, providing expert counsel on privacy, data protection, and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support business growth in a r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Manage and negotiate government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with teams to drive innovation and adapt to changing business needs. This remote role requires st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex government contracts, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mitigate risks in a dynam...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K - $365K *

Unlock potential by advising on complex remuneration and incentive structures, guiding clients through legal, regulatory, and tax matters in executive compensation, M&A, and corporate governance, whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.