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 *

Optimize global regulatory compliance by managing submissions, audits, and documentation. Collaborate on EU MDR projects and ensure alignment with standards while supporting product registrations and...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $350K *

Champion the legal framework for high-stakes decisions, advising senior leadership and overseeing compliance while managing a team to align legal strategies with business goals and governance standard...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $211K *

Lead the charge in providing expert legal representation for complex workers' compensation cases. Oversee trial attorneys, develop defense strategies, and ensure compliance with legal standards while...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Explore a pivotal role overseeing Prime Brokerage and trading compliance. Conduct due diligence, monitor regulatory changes, and ensure adherence to standards while collaborating across departments to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $254K *

Lead the charge in providing legal and regulatory support for U.S. Equities, Market Data, and ETP Listings. Collaborate with teams to navigate complex regulations, ensuring compliance while driving gr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to support global anti-piracy initiatives, engage with digital intermediaries, and develop strategic partnerships. Leverage your legal expertise to combat piracy and enhance conten...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $185K *

Champion global anti-piracy initiatives by providing legal support, fostering partnerships, and developing strategies to combat digital piracy. Collaborate with industry stakeholders to enhance conten...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

Champion the growth of a high-performing legal team, driving legal strategy and execution. Lead complex negotiations, establish efficient processes, and prepare for IPO while ensuring compliance and g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping global regulatory strategy for rare disease therapies. In this pivotal role, you'll lead submissions and agency interactions across the US, EU, UK, and Japan, driving execut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$59K - $108K *

Transform legal content by curating, enhancing, and expanding insights. Collaborate with experts and leverage AI tools to provide timely, accurate US legal analysis that meets customer needs and drive...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$109K - $137K *

Join a team that's providing essential legal counsel to guide construction initiatives, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks while supporting executive decision-making across various departments w...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the compliance and documentation efforts, ensuring robust privacy and security practices. Collaborate across teams to create and maintain essential documentation, audits, and operational workflow...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K *

Unlock your potential as a Summer Associate, engaging in impactful legal work while receiving mentorship and training. Contribute to innovative projects and gain valuable experience in a collaborative...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle impactful legal challenges while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Engage with mentors and work on substantive client matters that shape your legal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $104K *

Optimize legal data management and grants compliance to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure accurate data oversight, streamline workflows, and maintain compliance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $104K *

Manage legal data and grants compliance to enhance operational efficiency. Ensure accuracy in legal data management, support grant reporting, and maintain compliance with funder requirements. Collabor...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance across multiple entities. Lead vendor reviews, conduct risk assessments, and deliver training to uphold ethical standards while managing investigati...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing global derivatives compliance. Support regulatory advisory, coordinate compliance activities, and contribute to market surveillance, ensuring adherence to bes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Transform the client experience for UHNW individuals and Family Offices by providing expert estate planning and wealth management solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored strateg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as a Family Law Attorney, representing clients in complex legal matters. Utilize your expertise in family law to provide exceptional legal support and guidance, ensuring effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career by managing trademark and copyright docketing operations, leading a team, and ensuring exceptional service delivery to clients while maintaining compliance with best practices and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$146K - $183K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing securities oversight, testing, and policy creation. Collaborate with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence and operational resilience while offering str...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Empower regulatory compliance by designing and executing oversight programs, ensuring operational clarity across financial services while collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold high stand...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Lead the charge in executing compliance strategies across regulated sectors, ensuring robust oversight and operational clarity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate regulatory la...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Drive compliance excellence by executing a robust testing program, supporting regulatory investigations, and maintaining governance across diverse financial products within a collaborative team enviro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.

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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.