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 *

Unlock your potential by managing complex coverage litigation and arbitrations. Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop strategies and drive results in various casualty practice are...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $172K *

Oversee complex coverage litigation and arbitration, managing outside counsel and developing strategies. Collaborate with internal partners to address trends and provide expert guidance in casualty pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $172K *

Transform coverage litigation management by leading complex claims strategies, collaborating with internal and external partners, and driving effective resolutions in diverse casualty practice areas...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $125K *

Drive excellence in commercial real estate transactions by supporting attorneys in documentation, due diligence, and closing activities. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure seamless ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Provide strategic legal counsel and lead labor negotiations, ensuring compliance and effective communication between management and union representatives. Collaborate with HR to enhance labor relation...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Advance labor relations strategy by leading negotiations and providing legal counsel to management and HR. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance labor capabilities and ensure compliance across the...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead labor strategy and negotiations, serving as a key legal advisor on union matters while enhancing labor relations capabilities across the organization. Collaborate with HR and business...

Chicago, ILRemote

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

$119K - $180K *

Transform your legal career by driving crucial litigation and compliance initiatives, collaborating across teams, and building robust processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that values innovat...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$169K - $229K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic legal guidance on regulatory issues, transactions, and innovative solutions for Amazon Music. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive results and support busines...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of patent law by tackling complex challenges and driving innovation. Engage with cutting-edge technology and receive mentorship to develop your skills in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Unlock your potential as you tackle complex patent law challenges, gaining hands-on experience in prosecution, analysis, and litigation support while collaborating with top professionals in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Shape the future of patent law by engaging in impactful work, collaborating with innovative companies, and developing your skills through a comprehensive two-summer program designed for aspiring paten...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Launch your career in patent law through a dynamic two-summer program, engaging in real client work, receiving mentorship, and developing essential skills in a collaborative environment focused on inn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Unlock potential by engaging in a dynamic two-summer patent program, where first-year law students tackle real-world challenges, develop essential skills, and receive mentorship from leading IP profes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K *

Grow your career with a dynamic two-summer program focused on patent law, where you'll engage in real client work, receive mentorship, and develop essential skills in a collaborative environment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$249K - $300K *

Pioneer in managed care litigation, resolving reimbursement disputes through mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings. Collaborate with payors and manage complex claims independently, ensuring ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$249K - $300K *

Join a team that resolves complex reimbursement issues in managed care, handling disputes through mediation, arbitration, and litigation. Leverage your legal expertise to manage cases independently an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career as you oversee compliance within Canadian derivatives markets, ensuring adherence to laws while collaborating across teams. Leverage your expertise to support governance and risk m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Lead the administration of government contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risks, support negotiations, and enhance operational effectiveness using ad...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$215K - $289K *

Lead the charge in driving legal strategy and contract negotiations across all business units, ensuring compliance and supporting revenue growth through effective collaboration with sales, finance, an...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $250K *

Help us design and implement AI-driven legal systems that transform complex workflows into structured, machine-readable formats for efficient execution and analysis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Lead the design of AI-native legal systems, transforming workflows into executable outputs while codifying legal expertise for optimal AI integration and performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Unlock potential by re-engineering legal workflows to create AI-ready systems that translate expert legal insights into machine-executable formats, ensuring quality and efficiency in the delivery of l...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Engage in transforming complex legal workflows into AI-executable systems, driving innovation in the legal sector through structured data design and automation, ensuring quality outcomes while collabo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $250K *

Optimize legal workflows by designing AI systems that translate expertise into executable outputs, while codifying knowledge and evaluating quality to enhance efficiency and repeatability in the legal...

Reposted 3 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.