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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$101K - $172K *

Drive the management of complex casualty claims, ensuring effective litigation strategies and oversight of coverage disputes while collaborating with clients and external counsel to achieve optimal re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's leading complex federal acquisitions, providing strategic guidance and compliance expertise. Leverage your contracting skills to manage high-level procurement activities and mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $130K *

Engage with a dynamic team to provide exceptional legal support, manage documents, and coordinate schedules. Your attention to detail and professionalism will enhance our service delivery to attorneys...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Champion the legal aspects of renewable energy projects by providing strategic advice on real estate transactions, risk management, and compliance. Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $233K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading negotiations, ensuring compliance, and guiding a team in the administration of complex agreements. Drive strategic relationships and oversee contract...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $168K *

Elevate contract management by overseeing the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Drive procurement processes and serve as a trusted advisor, maintaining trans...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $500K *

Inspire change by managing a complex caseload in a dynamic workers' compensation practice. Collaborate with clients and experts to provide exceptional legal counsel while advancing your career and enh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by conducting thorough investigations into ethical misconduct, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization. Collaborate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in conducting internal investigations, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address misconduct, develop corrective act...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance and ethics by conducting thorough investigations into misconduct, fraud, and regulatory concerns. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to policies and promote a cultur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Conduct thorough internal investigations into compliance issues, ensuring adherence to ethical standards. Collaborate with various teams to analyze findings, recommend corrective actions, and promote...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct confidential investigations into compliance and ethics issues, ensuring adherence to regulations and corporate policies while fostering a culture of integrity and accoun...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading internal investigations into compliance and ethics issues, ensuring adherence to regulations and corporate policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to promote a culture of i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by conducting internal investigations into compliance and ethics issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations and foster a culture of integrit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead compliance initiatives across multiple entities, ensuring adherence to regulations and policies. Oversee vendor reviews, conduct risk assessments, and deliver tailored training programs to foster...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $130K *

Grow your legal career by managing civil litigation cases, collaborating with clients and experts, and developing effective strategies. Enjoy a supportive environment while gaining invaluable courtroo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Advance our legal framework by drafting and negotiating complex contracts, advising on distribution partnerships, and collaborating with business teams in the financial services and e-commerce sectors...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $224K *

Empower contract management excellence by leading diverse contract negotiations and administration. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to support advanced technology projects, balancing interna...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Join a team that's redefining contract management in advanced technology. You'll support varied contracts from trade studies to development programs, working alongside engineering and finance teams wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Drive compliance and excellence by leading a team in managing critical government contracts, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to mitigate risks and enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$275K - $375K *

Lead global regulatory strategy and execution for clinical development, ensuring alignment across teams. Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership and manage high-quality regulatory submissions...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $151K *

Elevate your career by representing the organization in claims-related legal matters. Provide expert legal counsel, manage litigation costs, and develop effective strategies to ensure compliance and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K *

Empower a dedicated team in consumer protection by overseeing cases, leading investigations, and managing litigation strategies. Collaborate with state and federal agencies to enforce consumer laws, e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Manage legal aspects of M&A and corporate governance in the renewables sector. Lead negotiations, draft agreements, and provide legal insights to support finance structures and shareholder engagement...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$184K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of compliance in the payments sector. As a senior advisor, you'll collaborate across functions to ensure regulatory alignment and enable compliant growth for comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.

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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.