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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$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and contract management by overseeing agreements, ensuring regulatory adherence, and supporting organizational policies. Collaborate with leadership and external partners to streamlin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $173K *

Lead the charge in providing expert immigration support, developing case strategies, and ensuring compliance for clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance client experiences and drive operat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Transform construction litigation by providing expert legal counsel, managing disputes, and representing clients in various legal proceedings. Collaborate with professionals to ensure effective resolu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Oversee real estate transactions and provide legal guidance for compliance, contract negotiation, and risk management. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure efficient exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $150K *

Manage complex general liability claims, including coverage disputes and litigation strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and compliance with regulations while maintain...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $150K *

Manage complex general liability claims, including coverage disputes and litigation strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and compliance with regulations while leading...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing legal support across various corporate and regulatory matters. Collaborate with senior attorneys to navigate complex legal issues, ensuring compliance and eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of employee compensation and benefits by providing expert tax and legal guidance. Collaborate with management to ensure compliance and optimize plans globally, leveraging your extensi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $126K *

Engage with us to enhance our IP Patent Prosecution Team, providing vital support to attorneys in managing U.S. patent processes. Your organizational skills and attention to detail will drive efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $240K *

Empower employers by managing complex workplace disputes and litigation. Collaborate with seasoned practitioners to represent diverse clients, ensuring compliance and effective legal strategies in lab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $105K *

Play a key role in managing complex real estate transactions, ensuring timely execution of documents and providing strategic support. Collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional client service in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $97K *

Manage high-level legal support for attorneys, ensuring efficient workflow, document preparation, and client coordination. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery while maintaining professi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $240K *

Drive impactful energy project finance initiatives, collaborating with diverse clients and teams. This role offers the chance to enhance transactional skills while managing key agreements and supporti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team to support energy project finance and development, collaborating with clients across various industries. This role offers the chance to enhance your transactional skills while work...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $161K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Labor & Employment law. Leverage your expertise to advise on compliance, manage litigation, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a positive exp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in corporate governance by providing strategic legal counsel to boards and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices in fiduciary obligations to enhance dec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower growth in commercial real estate by leading acquisitions, dispositions, and development transactions. Collaborate with clients and manage complex contracts with minimal supervision while provi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Transform governance solutions by advising boards on fiduciary duties and corporate practices, ensuring compliance with legal standards while collaborating with stakeholders to uphold effective govern...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $142K *

Unlock potential by providing expert underwriting support for real estate title insurance. Collaborate with agents and clients, ensuring compliance with standards while guiding settlement services. Dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Empower legal excellence by managing equity capital markets transactions, advising on securities law, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful investment outcomes in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$390K - $435K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy and infrastructure financing. Leverage your expertise in project development and finance to advise clients on complex transactions and regulatory matter...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $211K *

Transform your career by leading compliance initiatives for a cutting-edge digital asset platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure regulatory alignment while shaping innovative products in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $310K *

Transform corporate transactions and legal frameworks while collaborating across teams. Lead negotiations, mentor colleagues, and enhance compliance in a dynamic environment focused on human genetics...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $200K *

Lead legal strategies for commercial activities in pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance and effective contract negotiation. Collaborate with internal teams to support marketing, market access, and pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation through strategic patent prosecution and IP management. Leverage your expertise to guide technology initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a d...

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  •   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.

  • 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.