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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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$121K - $167K *

Drive compliance and governance in international trade across North America, ensuring adherence to complex legal frameworks and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate regional supply ch...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Help us shape the future of our organization by leading operational excellence, developing systems, and building a strong leadership team to drive substantial growth and independence from daily founde...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing legal support in immigration. You'll prepare and file employment-based petitions, interface with clients, and manage caseloads while ensuring timely communica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal guidance on complex acquisition and procurement matters. This role involves independent legal research, drafting, and advising on federal laws, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Build your career by engaging in complex civil litigation cases, collaborating with experienced attorneys, and gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment focused on professional growth an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining legal services for federal acquisitions. This role involves complex legal research, drafting, and advising on procurement matters, ensuring compliance with federal laws a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform your litigation career by managing cases from inception to trial. Join a collaborative team in Northern California, where you’ll take ownership, develop strategies, and gain meaningful court...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining civil litigation by tackling complex, high-exposure cases. Leverage your expertise in sensitive matters while collaborating with seasoned trial attorneys to develop innov...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $165K *

Shape the future of legal advocacy by supervising attorneys, enhancing case strategies, and fostering professional growth. Collaborate with management to uphold high-quality representation and drive c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $165K *

Lead a team of attorneys by providing supervision, support, and mentorship to ensure high-quality legal representation. Collaborate with management to enhance operational efficiency and uphold the org...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Strategize and lead proactive government relations to enhance access to services for individuals with disabilities. Build relationships with officials, monitor policy changes, and coordinate advocacy...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $225K *

Optimize strategic legal solutions by collaborating with sales teams to engage sophisticated buyers. Drive impactful product demonstrations and translate complex concepts into actionable insights, enh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Lead impactful Enterprise and Strategic deals by partnering with sales teams to deliver tailored legal tech solutions. Engage directly with sophisticated buyers, translating complex needs into compell...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Unlock your potential as a key technical expert, engaging with sophisticated legal buyers throughout the sales cycle. Collaborate closely with sales and product teams to deliver tailored solutions tha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's redefining legal technology by engaging directly with sophisticated buyers. Leverage your legal expertise to drive strategic sales, deliver tailored solutions, and collaborate acros...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $95K *

Innovate operational support for the Product Legal team, enhancing efficiency in matter management, billing, and reporting. Collaborate with attorneys to streamline processes and implement AI solution...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading legal strategies and providing expert counsel in a dynamic environment. Oversee complex litigation, manage a multidisciplinary team, and ensure compliance with federal regu...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by serving as a key representative for U.S. defense initiatives, fostering relationships with lawmakers and committees. Drive visibility and adaptation within Congress, navigatin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advocating for families and providing legal support to low-income clients in family law cases. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, conducting legal research...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $98K *

Support low-income families by providing legal representation in family law cases. Collaborate with community partners, manage a diverse caseload, and advocate for systemic change while fostering a co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by serving as the lead legal advisor on cybersecurity and data privacy, guiding compliance and risk management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support strategic obj...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining billing solutions in the legal sector. Leverage your expertise in law firm financial operations to support sales efforts, conduct client demos, and enhance our innovative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $225K *

Lead a seasoned litigation team managing complex general liability and construction cases. Showcase your expertise in insurance defense, client engagement, and courtroom strategy while fostering profe...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Technical Advisor, where you'll collaborate with patent attorneys to protect innovations and gain insights into intellectual property law. Ideal for eng...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $165K *

Lead the Conflicts and New Business Intake functions, overseeing team performance, service quality, and process improvements. Collaborate effectively to enhance operational efficiency and ensure ethic...

Reposted 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.