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Find your next opportunity among Legal Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Employers rely on legal specialists to interpret regulations, manage risk, support transactions, and help teams make sound decisions. Explore vetted openings across industries and discover roles that align with your expertise, experience, and career goals.

What Does a Legal Specialist Do?

Legal Specialist is a broad job title covering professionals who provide focused legal, regulatory, or operational expertise. Responsibilities vary by organization and may include reviewing contracts, researching laws and regulations, preparing legal documents, coordinating matter workflows, supporting litigation, and advising business partners on compliance requirements. Some positions are designed for attorneys, while others emphasize paralegal, contract management, privacy, or compliance experience.

Common Legal Specialist Roles

Specializations can include contract and commercial law, corporate governance, employment law, intellectual property, privacy and data protection, regulatory compliance, and litigation support. Job titles may include Contracts Specialist, Corporate Legal Specialist, Privacy Specialist, Legal Operations Specialist, and Regulatory Affairs Specialist. Review each listing for the specific qualifications, practice area, and scope of responsibility.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often value strong legal research, writing, analysis, organization, and communication skills. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a law degree or bar admission, paralegal training, contract lifecycle management experience, knowledge of relevant regulations, or familiarity with legal research and document management tools. The ability to explain complex requirements clearly and collaborate across teams is useful in many legal specialist positions.

Find Legal Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then focus your search by specialization, industry, location, and work arrangement. Job requirements and compensation vary by employer, experience level, and market, so review each listing carefully to find roles suited to your background.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing civil litigation and workers' compensation cases. Leverage your legal expertise in a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and fostering strong c...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of legal practice by managing civil litigation and workers' compensation cases. Collaborate with clients and senior counsel in a supportive, remote environment while applying your leg...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage all phases of litigation for construction defect cases, providing strategic legal advice and fostering client relationships while utilizing technology to enhance efficiency and compliance in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing civil litigation and workers' compensation cases. Leverage your legal expertise in a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and fostering strong c...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining civil litigation by managing complex cases, developing innovative legal strategies, and mentoring junior attorneys while ensuring compliance and ethical standards in a dy...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex civil litigation, develop legal strategies, and mentor junior attorneys while ensuring compliance and ethical standards in a remote setting...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex civil litigation, developing legal strategies, and mentoring junior attorneys. Collaborate with clients to mitigate risks while utilizing advanced technology...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engage in complex civil litigation management, developing legal strategies and mentoring junior attorneys while ensuring compliance and ethical standards. Utilize advanced technology to enhance workfl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Empower your legal career by managing complex civil litigation, developing strategies, mentoring junior attorneys, and enhancing client relationships while ensuring compliance and ethical standards in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technical Advisor, applying your engineering expertise to support patent attorneys in protecting innovative technologies and intellectual property for clients worldwide. No le...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K *

Manage the intake, review, and evaluation of complex claims while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather evidence and facilitate decision-making processes in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K *

Unlock potential by managing complex claims through thorough review, evidence gathering, and legal analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and facilitate timely resolutions while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $175K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic litigation role, engaging in complex commercial and insurance coverage disputes. Collaborate with seasoned attorneys while gaining meaningful experience in a support...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Drive strategic procurement and compliance for IT and cloud services, managing complex contracts and vendor relations to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency across techn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Shape the future of AI-powered implementations by leading a dynamic team, redefining best practices, and building a robust partner ecosystem to enhance client success and drive growth in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies and contractual agreements in IT, Network & Cloud domains. This role requires managing complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cost efficiencies to con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer data governance practices by implementing retention controls across diverse workstreams. Collaborate with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance and manage records effectively, while maintaini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform legal research and analysis into impactful strategies that support national law enforcement initiatives. Collaborate with attorneys to enhance investigations and contribute to the fight agai...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $104K *

Pioneer the support of litigation processes by collaborating with attorneys and managing complex legal documents across various practice areas, ensuring efficient workflow and accurate case management...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative legal tech products by leading a team, overseeing AI testing, and enhancing document insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on civil litigation. Gain hands-on experience in case management and courtroom settings while collaborating with clients and mentors to achi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career with hands-on litigation experience across diverse legal matters. Collaborate closely with clients and senior attorneys while managing cases from inception to trial, enhancing yo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $130K *

Support litigation teams by managing complex e-filings and ensuring compliance with court procedures. Serve as a resource for specialists, enhancing filing practices and training while maintaining hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $101K *

Support compliance initiatives by analyzing regulations, collaborating with leaders, and implementing effective educational programs. Drive integrity and continuous improvement across the organization...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$135K - $180K *

Shape the future of legal support management by leading paralegal teams across multiple practice areas, enhancing efficiency, and fostering a collaborative culture that aligns with firm objectives and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Legal Specialist do?question toggle

    A Legal Specialist applies focused legal, regulatory, or operational knowledge to work such as contract review, legal research, compliance support, document preparation, privacy matters, or litigation coordination. Duties depend on the employer and specialization.

  • What qualifications are needed for Legal Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Some roles require a law degree and bar admission, while others seek paralegal education, contract management or compliance experience, and strong research, writing, and organizational skills. Check each job listing for its specific criteria.

  • What types of Legal Specialist jobs are available?question toggle

    Common areas include contracts, corporate governance, employment law, privacy, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, legal operations, and litigation support.

  • Do Legal Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation for Legal Specialist roles varies by location, employer, specialization, and experience, so review the salary details in each listing.

  • How can I find the right Legal Specialist role?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities and required qualifications, and narrow your search by practice area, industry, location, and work arrangement. Tailor your résumé to highlight relevant legal expertise and measurable results.