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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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$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic litigation team focused on impactful real estate and commercial cases. Enjoy hands-on courtroom experience and autonomy while collaborating with a supportive network, all within a firm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $250K *

Unlock potential by managing complex corporate litigation matters, collaborating with partners, and executing effective legal strategies. This role offers flexibility and a supportive environment for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal counsel on government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management throughout the contract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $119K *

Empower clients by leading successful product implementations, ensuring seamless integration and adoption. Collaborate across teams to drive high-impact projects, enhance customer satisfaction, and op...

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

$125K - $223K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support across regulatory, compliance, and litigation areas. Leverage your expertise to represent the company in hearings and court, while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Policy Subject Matter Expert, guiding government contracts staff on procurement regulations. Leverage your expertise to enhance training, maintain compliance, and support acqu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$50K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by providing comprehensive program support, ensuring seamless execution of tasks, events, and communications while collaborating with diverse teams and managing sensiti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $140K *

Optimize IP operations through effective workflow management and coordination of patent processes, enhancing collaboration among legal, technical, and external teams to ensure operational efficiency a...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $90K *

Join us to support our Litigation and Intellectual Property team by providing comprehensive administrative assistance, ensuring superior client service, managing workflows, and maintaining critical do...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K *

Champion civil rights by co-leading a dynamic legal team, driving high-impact litigation, and fostering strategic partnerships to enhance advocacy efforts and expand ACLU-NJ's mission in a collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$165K *

Lead the charge in high-impact litigation and strategic legal advocacy, co-managing a dynamic legal team. Collaborate with community partners to advance civil rights and ensure effective legal operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of immigration strategies, ensuring compliance and supporting global talent mobility. Oversee visa processes, collaborate with HR and legal teams, and deliver effic...

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

$233K - $335K *

Shape the future of litigation by leading complex commercial and government disputes. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage risks, and drive strategy to safeguard critical missions while advancing inn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$50K - $120K *

Support our operations by coordinating onboarding, managing logistics, and ensuring smooth execution of administrative tasks. Your organizational skills will be key in facilitating events and enhancin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your legal expertise by guiding a dynamic team through complex commercial and corporate matters, ensuring compliance and strategic support across North America while fostering a collaborative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by providing expert HR guidance and payroll support. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to resolve complex personnel issues, ensuring compliance and accuracy in processing. Driv...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $100K *

Drive your career by leading statewide child welfare legal education initiatives. Collaborate with professionals to enhance training programs and improve practices, making a significant impact on chil...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Drive legal strategy and compliance across the organization, providing expert guidance on corporate matters, managing litigation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic legal team as you support litigation efforts through document preparation, case management, and client interaction. Leverage your expertise to enhance trial readiness and ensure complia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Drive legal support for healthcare programs by advising on regulations, conducting research, and representing HQ in enforcement matters. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and develop...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of trucking litigation by providing expert legal research and analysis on catastrophic injury cases. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop case strategies and advocate for safe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your legal career by managing a diverse caseload in general liability defense. Collaborate with clients and colleagues while honing your litigation skills in a supportive environment focused o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $180K *

Transform paralegal support management by leading a collaborative team, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring skilled resources for legal practice groups while fostering a positive work culture and drivi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $180K *

Drive excellence in paralegal support management, ensuring optimal staffing and training across practice groups. Foster collaboration and enhance service delivery while managing performance metrics an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing paralegal support across multiple practice groups, ensuring optimal resource allocation and fostering a collaborative culture that drives efficiency and clien...

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.