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 *

Empower vulnerable children by leading a pro bono Children's Law Clinic. Oversee legal practice, mentor attorneys, and enhance outreach to ensure safe, loving homes for children in Arizona's foster ca...

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

$220K - $250K *

Develop innovative AI and legal technology solutions for clients, collaborating with partners and teams to enhance legal workflows and service delivery while ensuring compliance and quality in all eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Drive your career forward by providing expert legal counsel and managing a team of attorneys. Oversee legal services related to federal laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and effective resoluti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $205K *

Engage in high-impact legal work by drafting and negotiating contracts for complex construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to balance legal strategy with practical business solutions, dr...

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

$136K - $165K *

Champion your career by providing expert legal counsel in insurance and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders, draft agreements, and ensure compliance while enhancing the Corporation's legal...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the Disability Rights Unit, ensuring compliance with laws and providing legal guidance on reasonable accommodations for FDNY personnel and the public. Foster collaborati...

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

$127K - $150K *

Lead and innovate a thriving Pro Bono Program, overseeing legal services delivery, team management, and strategic partnerships to enhance access to justice for underserved communities...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing legal processes and supporting litigation efforts. You'll collaborate with in-house counsel, manage case materials, and leverage AI tools to streamline workfl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance as you lead regulatory initiatives across U.S. operations, ensuring adherence to banking and treasury standards while fostering a customer-centric culture focused on com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of diverse legal operations, supporting aircraft transactions and corporate governance. Collaborate with teams to manage agreements and maintain records, ensuring compliance and efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$280K - $310K *

Transform complex financial distress into strategic solutions by representing diverse stakeholders in high-stakes Chapter 11 cases. Collaborate across legal practices to deliver impactful restructurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Join us as a strategic advisor, providing legal counsel on commercial contracts, AI products, and technology licensing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive proactive solutions and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform regulatory business development by leading strategic assessments, identifying opportunities, and managing cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in pharmaceutical tra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise to support U.S. and foreign patent practices, due diligence, and client counseling in a collaborative environment handling complex proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Analyze complex patent prosecution cases while supporting U.S. and foreign practices. Collaborate on due diligence, licensing, and litigation support in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to support U.S. and foreign patent practices, handling complex projects in patent prosecution, due diligence, and client counseling while fostering a collaborative work environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Reimagine the future of innovation by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise. Collaborate on diverse projects, supporting U.S. and foreign patent practices while providing strategic counsel in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise to support U.S. and foreign patent practices, due diligence, and client counseling in a collaborative environment handling complex proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Transform the future of innovation by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise. Collaborate on diverse projects, providing support for U.S. and foreign patent practices while engaging in opinion w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Transform your career by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise in a dynamic environment. Collaborate on diverse projects, supporting U.S. and foreign patent practices while engaging in opinion...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of innovation through patent prosecution. Leverage your expertise in engineering or science to support diverse projects, including licensing and litigation, in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Shape the future of innovation by leveraging your patent prosecution expertise. Collaborate on diverse projects, supporting U.S. and foreign patent practices while providing client counseling and liti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Champion patent prosecution efforts, supporting U.S. and foreign practices while providing expert opinion work, due diligence, and client counseling on diverse projects in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Transform the future of patent prosecution by leveraging your expertise in mechanical engineering, physics, or related fields. Collaborate on diverse projects, providing support for U.S. and foreign p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Engage with a dynamic team to support patent prosecution and client counseling on diverse projects, ensuring compliance with U.S. and foreign patent office practices while handling complex legal matte...

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  •   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.

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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.