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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 *

Drive intelligence research excellence by conducting all-source analysis, evaluating intelligence gaps, and preparing actionable insights for senior leadership and inter-agency stakeholders to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Optimize trademark prosecution processes through expert document preparation, client communication, and comprehensive record-keeping in a fast-paced remote environment. Leverage industry insights to s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $160K *

Empower clients by managing Social Security Disability cases from strategy to hearing. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop winning strategies and advocate effectively before judges, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by supporting trademark prosecution and client relations. This role requires detail orientation and expertise in IP regulations. Collaborate with a remote team while managing multi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $107K *

Engage in the immigration process by preparing and managing visa applications, coordinating with HR and legal teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with attorneys to support cli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of litigation by effectively drafting, arguing cases, and actively participating in trials. Leverage your legal expertise in a supportive, fully remote environmen...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal counsel on federal acquisitions and procurement. You'll advise on complex legal matters, represent the agency in bid protests, and ensure complia...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining project management in legal services. Lead diverse projects, collaborate with clients and stakeholders, and innovate solutions to enhance efficiency and delivery in a dyn...

London, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Champion legal compliance and interpretation for transportation laws, driving legal initiatives and fostering collaboration with agencies to uphold regulations. Autonomously oversee duties to deliver...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$61K - $129K *

Shape the future of workplace relations by managing compliance policies and programs. Collaborate with legal and HR teams to ensure adherence to employment laws while fostering a positive work environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting educational institutions by providing expert legal counsel on governance, compliance, and operational matters. Collaborate with public entities to navigate c...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $135K *

Join a collaborative litigation team focused on health care, where mentorship and professional growth are prioritized, offering meaningful client interaction and a clear path for advancement in your l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Lead the commercial legal lifecycle by drafting, negotiating, and finalizing agreements across multiple domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable legal infrastructure and expe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading commercial legal initiatives. Own the full legal lifecycle, negotiate diverse agreements, and provide strategic counsel across teams. Help build a robust legal function...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to impactful litigation, offering hands-on courtroom experience and client interaction. This role provides a clear path for professional growth while managing significant...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accessible voting rights through litigation, advocacy, and education, while collaborating with data scientists to analyze redistricting plans and develop impac...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$176K - $270K *

Pioneer in legal strategy by leading complex transactions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive high-value agreements, manage risks, and support business growth in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Shape the contract review process and enhance corporate governance by leading efficient contract management and supporting legal administration functions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower legal discourse by leading editorial coverage of U.S. law and justice. Manage a dynamic team, oversee content creation, and drive audience engagement through innovative writing and video progr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $110K *

Optimize patent prosecution processes by managing filings, deadlines, and IP portfolio databases while collaborating with inventors and outside counsel to protect intellectual property effectively...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead litigation efforts by managing disputes, overseeing case strategies, and collaborating with outside counsel to mitigate risks and ensure effective resolutions across various legal matters...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion privacy solutions by engaging with clients, delivering tailored demos, and driving sales success. Leverage your expertise to influence product development and navigate the intersection of AI...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $113K *

Elevate business development efforts by supporting strategic initiatives, enhancing client engagement, and driving revenue growth through targeted marketing and operational excellence in a dynamic env...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading the legal function for a pioneering foundation. You'll navigate complex IP, AI regulation, and nonprofit governance, ensuring compliance while fostering innovation and...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $126K *

Manage and enhance LREC databases, ensuring data integrity and security while providing technical leadership and support for USSOCOM programs. Drive improvements and coordinate upgrades to align langu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.