Explore Legal Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find your next opportunity among vetted legal jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Browse roles for attorneys, corporate counsel, compliance professionals, and legal leaders across industries. Whether you specialize in litigation, transactions, employment law, intellectual property, or regulatory matters, discover positions that match your experience and career goals.

Legal Careers Across Industries

Organizations in technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and other sectors rely on legal professionals to manage risk and support business decisions. Opportunities may include law firm positions as well as in-house roles with companies, nonprofits, and public organizations. Responsibilities and requirements vary by employer, practice area, and level of seniority.

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Search for positions such as general counsel, deputy general counsel, corporate counsel, senior attorney, litigation counsel, compliance director, and legal operations leader. Review each job description for practice-area requirements, years of experience, bar admission, location, and compensation details. Tailoring your resume to the role can help highlight relevant expertise and measurable results.

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Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Use the listings to compare legal career paths, identify roles aligned with your qualifications, and take the next step toward a senior-level opportunity. Check job details for current salary information and application requirements.

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$99K - $124K *

Support compliance initiatives through regulatory change management and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory obligations while enhancing the effectiven...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of e-discovery by advising clients and managing complex litigation projects. Collaborate with legal teams to navigate digital data challenges and enhance discovery strategies in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to strategic business initiatives by providing expert legal counsel on commercial transactions, corporate governance, and partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive objectives an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive regulatory compliance and product approvals in the fueling sector. Collaborate globally with agencies and teams to ensure timely project delivery and continuous improvement while maintaining str...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of brand protection by joining a dynamic team as a Trademark Paralegal. Leverage your expertise to support global trademark strategies, manage portfolios, and interact with stakeholde...

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

$110K - $140K *

Partner with us to represent clients throughout all phases of civil litigation. You’ll engage in drafting pleadings and discovery, conduct depositions, and collaborate with team members to achieve fav...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering top legal support for underwriting initiatives. You'll manage diverse legal matters and collaborate with underwriters, ensuring effective policy language in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Shape global CMC regulatory strategies, lead submissions, engage with stakeholders, and drive compliance for cell therapy products in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, ensuring successful devel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $120K *

Support the legal representation of indigent clients, providing mentorship to junior attorneys and coordinating court assignments. Collaborate with a team to ensure effective public defense, advocatin...

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

$210K - $250K *

Drive corporate legal strategy and manage legal risks while leading a robust team of legal professionals to safeguard company interests and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirem...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Optimize acquisition processes and ensure compliance for innovative space programs. Collaborate with government teams on contract administration, from inception to closeout, utilizing independent judg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of employment law by leading a diverse team, providing strategic legal counsel, and guiding policy development for personnel matters across the organization. Drive initiatives that im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $175K *

Lead strategic legal initiatives as the Assistant Chief Counsel, overseeing airport and environmental law services, managing a diverse team while ensuring compliance and aligning with FAA priorities a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to advance civil legal services for historically marginalized communities. Leverage your legal expertise to support policy advocacy, litigation efforts, and community outreach, e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $95K *

Lead the delivery of civil legal services for incarcerated individuals and families, advocating for justice, conducting legal training, and partnering with advocates to reform policies and support com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $140K *

Explore a dynamic role providing legal counsel to municipal and educational entities. Support Town operations and the School Department through effective advocacy, litigation, and legal guidance on di...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the commercial contracting process, delivering strategic legal support while directly engaging with business leadership and aligning legal positions with objectives in a fast-paced, high-volu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $200K *

Join our dynamic legal team, driving contracts for renewable energy projects. Collaborate across departments, ensure compliance, and support legal initiatives. Ideal for a team player with transaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping clean energy's future by drafting and negotiating commercial agreements while managing compliance across the energy efficiency and construction sectors. Collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Deliver strategic oversight in government contracts management, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and effective execution of research and development agreements, while fostering collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $110K *

Grow your career with a leading environmental law firm as a Legal Billing Specialist, managing complex billing processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with attorneys and finance teams to enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine governance excellence by leading the Bank's corporate secretarial functions, safeguarding compliance, and enabling effective Board decision-making while ensuring adherence to regulatory obli...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $116K *

Join a dedicated team to lead and innovate in municipal prosecution, ensuring justice in criminal cases, traffic violations, and community ordinances. Leverage your legal expertise to impact local gov...

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

$170K - $188K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex tax strategies for high-net-worth clients. Leverage your extensive experience in transactional tax planning and the mentorship of junior attorneys wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$198K - $268K *

Lead the charge in developing and maturing global privacy compliance frameworks while advising on legal risks for emerging technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure adherence to evolving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    You can explore professional legal roles such as corporate counsel, general counsel, senior attorney, litigation counsel, compliance leader, and legal operations professional. Available positions vary by employer and location.

  • Do legal jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation details, since salary ranges and disclosure practices vary.

  • What qualifications do legal jobs typically require?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Many attorney roles require a law degree and active bar admission, while senior or specialized positions may ask for relevant practice-area experience, industry knowledge, or leadership skills.

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    Yes. Legal professionals may find roles with companies, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, technology businesses, nonprofits, and other employers, in addition to law firms.

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    Search by practice area, seniority, and location, and review each posting carefully. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant matters, industry expertise, bar admission, leadership experience, and outcomes that align with the role.