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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$150K - $180K *

Join as a strategic legal partner, guiding product development teams through complex legal landscapes while shaping innovative product strategy from inception to execution, ensuring compliance and use...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that drives product innovation and legal strategy, partnering with engineering, design, and safety teams. You’ll proactively shape product features while ensuring compliance in a fast-pace...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $120K *

Elevate your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on General Liability litigation. Engage in client communications, conduct depositions, and prepare legal documents while thriving in a colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$205K - $275K *

Lead the charge in shaping Meter's commercial legal function, driving end-to-end management of contracts, and enabling strategic enterprise agreements that fuel growth and innovation across the organi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $152K *

Join a team that's transforming innovation by leveraging your expertise in technology and patent law. Collaborate with inventors and engineers to assess and protect groundbreaking inventions, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $140K *

Empower clients by providing zealous legal representation from intake to trial. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high standards of service while managing a diverse caseload in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring regulatory compliance for medical devices. In this role, you'll manage domestic and international filings, collaborate with regulatory teams, and support produ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by guiding global regulatory strategies for innovative AI/ML healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex regulations while balancing innovation and patien...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing intellectual property rights and unfair competition. This role involves drafting legal documents, preparing briefings, and providing expert advice on complex...

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

$75K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance with export control regulations. This role involves analyzing projects, managing license applications, and fostering a culture of compliance across...

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

$99K - $197K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic legal environment, tackling complex litigation involving federal natural resources, environmental laws, and cultural statutes. Collaborate with a diverse team to dri...

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

$102K - $197K *

Manage complex litigation involving federal natural resources, environmental laws, and cultural statutes. Collaborate with diverse teams to handle cases from discovery to trial, ensuring effective rep...

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

$85K - $187K *

Transform your legal career by providing expert counsel and representation for U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Engage in diverse legal matters, from trade enforcement to immigration, while support...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of legal operations by streamlining workflows, managing contracts, and enhancing compliance. Drive efficiency and collaboration across teams to ensure timely legal support in a fast-p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by tackling complex insurance disputes for corporate policyholders. Engage in strategic recovery and litigation, collaborating with experienced partners to deliver effective soluti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $175K *

Partner with us to navigate complex commercial legal matters, drafting and negotiating agreements while providing strategic legal support. Join a dynamic team and contribute to business growth and leg...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing corporate legal operations, supporting governance, and enhancing contract management processes in a fast-paced biotech environment. Collaborate with leadership to drive sc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your legal career by joining a dynamic team of staff attorneys, conducting in-depth legal research, drafting memoranda, and advising judges on complex federal law issues in a prestigious court...

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

$126K - $189K *

Join us to provide expert legal counsel in civil and criminal matters, ensuring compliance and effective representation for city departments. This role demands independent work on complex litigation a...

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

$84K - $155K *

Grow your career with a dedicated team serving immigrants, providing essential legal aid and advocacy in a supportive environment. Join us in making a difference through direct representation and comm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $220K *

Unlock opportunities as a Senior Corporate Counsel for M&A, leading strategic corporate transactions. Collaborate across teams, providing vital legal support and strategic advice to drive growth at th...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative products by providing legal guidance across the product development lifecycle. Your expertise will ensure compliance with data protection laws while fostering col...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $210K *

Transform our trade compliance program by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with export regulations, and embedding processes into product lifecycles. Drive strategic initiatives whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Empower cross-functional teams by providing strategic legal counsel in product development, ensuring compliance, and fostering innovation within the realms of technology and data protection...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic legal team, negotiating high-value commercial agreements, and supporting AI cloud platform growth while collaborating with cross-functional executives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.