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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$220K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of global commercial contracts in healthcare technology. Lead a dynamic team in negotiating and managing contracts while ensuring compliance and operational excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead regulatory compliance for cancer clinical trials, overseeing IRB processes and mentoring staff. Drive operational excellence and ensure adherence to federal regulations...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Elevate corporate governance and equity administration by supporting compliance, managing board materials, and overseeing equity plans. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure effective governance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by supporting federal compliance and regulatory review. Engage in legal analysis, manage multiple cases, and ensure adherence to laws and policies while contributing to mission-c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform regulatory compliance for U.S. Commercial Card and Payments. Drive alignment with laws and internal policies, ensuring effective controls and proactive guidance across business units to miti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring regulatory compliance in U.S. commercial card and payments. Drive proactive guidance, enhance controls, and collaborate across units to align operations with l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $168K *

Elevate compliance standards by leading trade practices, ensuring adherence to import/export regulations, and enhancing operational efficiency through training, audits, and collaboration with internal...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K *

Reimagine legal service delivery by integrating AI solutions with legal practice. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance efficiency, develop training, and shape innovation strategies while gaining hand...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Empower legal innovation by integrating AI into practice, enhancing service delivery and client communication. Collaborate with attorneys to develop AI solutions, train teams, and shape strategic init...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading legal initiatives that enhance pretrial justice. As a senior legal expert, provide strategic guidance, oversee compliance, and manage a team to ensure effective legal opera...

2 weeks ago

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

$89K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping regulatory strategies and policies, ensuring compliance with Hawaii's Public Utilities Commission. This role involves preparing and presenting regulatory dockets, managing r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex litigation cases from inception to trial. This role offers the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment while handling high-profile toxic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $132K *

Drive brand integrity by conducting thorough investigations under the BRAM program. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, review evidence, and ensure compliance with Mastercard Standards in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by providing legal guidance to the Court on civil cases involving pro se litigants. Monitor case progress, draft opinions, and collaborate with judges to enhance the judicial pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $134K *

Optimize eDiscovery processes by coordinating legal holds, evidence management, and document review. Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to ensure compliance and quality in complex litigatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $224K *

Elevate legal operations through strategic program management, enhancing efficiency and scalability across global initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage legal technology to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Tackle complex transactions and contracts while collaborating with business teams to provide legal support and guidance, ensuring optimal decision-making and risk management across all company functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the contract lifecycle and legal operations, ensuring efficient management and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and support renewable energy ini...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$260K - $390K *

Join a dynamic team advising on cross-border asset finance transactions, focusing on aviation, shipping, and high-value assets. Leverage your expertise in secured lending, leasing, and structured fina...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$123K - $183K *

Drive the establishment of a robust Compliance Management System, overseeing governance and compliance processes for a new Industrial Loan Company. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure re...

Utah, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K *

Champion labor relations by negotiating agreements, advising school leaders, and representing management in disputes. Leverage expertise in public sector law to foster constructive labor-management re...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by defining and scaling governance programs, enhancing compliance architecture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate security posture and build customer trust g...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $110K *

Drive compliance excellence in Open Banking by analyzing laws, conducting KYC operations, and automating processes to enhance efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to regulations an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$252K - $297K *

Lead the charge in shaping digital asset market structure policy by engaging with the SEC, developing comment strategies, and translating regulatory changes into actionable guidance for stakeholders a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Play a key role in supporting bankruptcy litigation by managing cases, preparing documents, and collaborating with attorneys to ensure timely resolution and compliance with legal standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.