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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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$85K - $95K *

Champion survivor advocacy by providing legal support to clients facing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure holistic, trauma-informed...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Champion statewide healthcare policy by providing legal counsel on Medicaid eligibility and health insurance initiatives. Collaborate with agency leadership to navigate complex legal issues and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of legal operations by establishing a strategic function, optimizing technology, and driving global transformation. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance processes, manage budget...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Support the Commission by providing legal counsel on disciplinary cases, managing investigations, and conducting settlement negotiations while ensuring compliance with regulations and effective commun...

2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $89K *

Unlock potential by providing comprehensive legal services to low-income clients facing consumer debt and student loan issues. Collaborate with community partners to ensure access to justice and holis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $96K *

Join a dedicated team providing essential legal services to low-income clients facing consumer debt and student loan challenges. Engage in advocacy, litigation, and community outreach to promote econo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K *

Unlock potential by supporting attorneys in probate matters and estate administration. Bring your expertise to a dynamic team, enhancing legal processes and documentation while fostering a collaborati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $100K *

Champion multimedia content production by managing podcasts and videos from concept to publication. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee logistics, and ensure quality across projects while mentoring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Transform multimedia content production by managing creative projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality publication of podcasts and videos. Lead the execution of design reque...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise-level IT procurement in a DoD environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure cloud solutions meet government requirements while managing vendor relationship...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $110K *

Support corporate governance and transactions by managing entity records, legal documents, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborate with internal teams on due diligence, SEC filings...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading legal strategy and compliance. As a key advisor, navigate complex legal challenges, ensuring institutional integrity while fostering a culture of ethica...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $190K *

Join a team that's pivotal in driving legal strategy within a dynamic logistics firm, collaborating with Sales and Operations to provide commercial contract support and compliance guidance while manag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $117K *

Join a dynamic team to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while supporting innovative technology initiatives in a secure environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $265K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Legal Counsel, providing strategic legal guidance across diverse areas, minimizing risk, and driving business success through effective negotiation and collaboration in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $150K *

Transform your legal career by engaging in complex civil litigation cases. Collaborate with seasoned attorneys, gain hands-on experience, and develop your skills in a supportive environment focused on...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$118K - $150K *

Empower your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on civil litigation. Engage in high-stakes cases, gain hands-on experience, and develop your skills in a supportive environment that values...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $122K *

Transform the correspondence management process by coordinating, editing, and streamlining communication for senior DoD leadership, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering collaboration acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional immigration law services. Leverage your expertise to represent clients before USCIS and EOIR, while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $180K *

Shape the future of clinical regulatory strategy by leading submission preparations and ensuring compliance with Health Authority requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage the implementation of eligibility programs, ensuring compliance with federal policies. Analyze trends, provide training, and serve as a technical advisor on FOIA requests, impacting educational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform educational program management by analyzing compliance, interpreting federal policies, and enhancing operational efficiency to support military-connected students across multiple regions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $109K *

Lead a team in reviewing complex legal cases and managing staff operations. Drive efficient workflows among attorneys while providing independent legal recommendations and delivering vital support to...

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

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of legal operations in tax law, managing staff and client engagements while ensuring compliance with Arizona regulations. Lead strategic initiatives and provide expert guidance to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance corporate governance by supporting subsidiary processes, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. Your expertise will drive effective governa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.