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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$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining financial services by ensuring compliance for innovative banking products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze regulations, guide product development, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Unlock potential by ensuring regulatory compliance for innovative banking products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze regulations, review marketing materials, and enhance customer exp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of corporate transactions by leading M&A efforts, advising executives, and managing complex negotiations and compliance processes, while ensuring the alignment of legal strategies wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Champion corporate governance and compliance by providing legal support across various teams. Ensure accurate SEC filings, manage board communications, and oversee entity management while navigating a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Empower a dynamic team by managing all phases of litigation, from investigations to trial presentation, while collaborating with experienced attorneys to achieve client objectives in a supportive and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $120K *

Drive efficient office operations by managing correspondence, scheduling, and document preparation. Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts to ensure smooth workflows and maintain confid...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $157K *

Drive your career with a strategic role managing diverse legal disputes, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring efficient resolutions across various practice areas in a dynamic, remote-first env...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$74K - $138K *

Join us to provide essential legal research and writing support, draft orders, and assist in courtroom proceedings. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a U.S. Magistrate Judge...

2 weeks ago

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

$446K - $500K+*

Lead the global intellectual property strategy, driving innovation protection and strategic execution in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective IP management and elevate o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$485K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by leading global IP strategies that protect innovative therapeutics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive strategic execution, and foster a culture of creativity and int...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion legal excellence by managing diverse corporate matters across subsidiaries. Leverage your expertise in contract negotiation, governance, and compliance to provide actionable guidance in a fas...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $140K *

Champion high-quality legal services by representing clients in court, mentoring junior attorneys, and developing case strategies. Collaborate with colleagues to advocate effectively for clients in va...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $153K *

Join a dedicated team providing legal representation for indigent clients. This role involves handling felony cases, offering guidance to junior attorneys, and engaging in appellate work, all while ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $130K *

Elevate your legal career by leading impactful family law cases with full support. Focus on courtroom advocacy while we handle the operational details, allowing you to provide compassionate representa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a leading retail organization by defining and implementing innovative legal operations strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery, optimize...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $165K *

Oversee the management of complex multi-line marine claims including collisions and commercial liability. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective resolution while navigating a fast-paced env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead legal strategies and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulations while managing contracts, litigation, and corporate governance. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $223K *

Pioneer innovative technology policy by providing strategic legal counsel and expertise. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to shape regulations that balance consumer protection and technological a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $197K *

Shape the future of justice by leading investigations and litigation in fraud cases. Collaborate with federal agencies to represent the U.S. in complex civil actions, ensuring accountability and integ...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $120K *

Champion the future of youth advocacy by leading a team to provide trauma-informed legal services for unaccompanied minors in immigration proceedings, ensuring their rights and needs are met through c...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $183K *

Join us to provide expert legal support in leveraged lending transactions, collaborating with investment banking and legal teams to navigate regulatory matters and enhance compliance across diverse ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $205K *

Partner with us to provide expert legal support on leveraged lending transactions, ensuring compliance and managing risks while collaborating with investment banking teams and external counsel across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Pioneer a dynamic team of contract professionals, overseeing negotiations and administration of government and commercial contracts to optimize company interests and support operational success...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform contract management by leading a dedicated team to negotiate and administer government and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and optimizing company interests while fostering professi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to defending transportation litigation cases. Leverage your expertise in evaluating liability and managing litigation phases while collaborating with clients and experts t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.

  • 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.