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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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$155K - $317K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate legal service delivery through technology, workflow optimization, and knowledge management. Collaborate with attorneys and business teams to enhance client outcomes and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $317K *

Unlock innovative legal solutions as a Practice Innovation Attorney, enhancing service delivery and client outcomes through technology adoption and workflow optimization. Collaborate with attorneys an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $181K *

Transform contract management by leading risk mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance across government and commercial projects. Drive operational excellence and enhance proposal quality while m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing a sophisticated litigation portfolio, focusing on New York Labor Law and various liability matters. Drive case strategy, client relationships, and litigation from inception...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $340K *

Drive legal transformation and AI innovation as a trusted advisor to executives, enhancing contracting and compliance strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product direction and acce...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering comprehensive logistics services for military weapon systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational readiness and support the entire system life cycle, en...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage in impactful negotiations and governance matters for Indigenous clients, collaborating with senior counsel to advocate for rights, develop legal strategies, and support community decision-makin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$60K - $105K *

Support a dynamic team managing end-to-end immigration cases, including H-1B, J-1, and PERM processes. Build trusted relationships while navigating complex challenges and providing compassionate guida...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $108K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic environment, supporting attorneys with high-volume PERM applications. Collaborate with a team focused on growth, utilizing innovative technology and resources to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $108K *

Drive the preparation and filing of high-volume PERM applications, collaborating with attorneys and managing client documentation in a dynamic, growth-focused environment that emphasizes innovation an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $108K *

Transform your career with our dynamic Business Immigration team! As a PERM Paralegal, you'll prepare high-volume applications, analyze case facts, and collaborate with attorneys in a supportive, grow...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $108K *

Join our dynamic team to support high-volume PERM applications, collaborating with attorneys and managing client documentation in a growth-focused environment. Leverage your expertise in immigration l...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $99K *

Help us streamline our Business Immigration practice by preparing and filing high-volume PERM applications. Collaborate with attorneys, manage documentation, and enhance client communication in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $108K *

Lead the preparation and filing of high-volume PERM applications, collaborating with attorneys to compile case facts, draft correspondence, and maintain client documentation in a dynamic, growth-focus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $120K *

Lead the preparation and filing of high-volume PERM applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with attorneys, manage documentation, and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic, g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative legal solutions as a litigation paralegal, collaborating with attorneys to enhance case strategies, manage eDiscovery, and ensure meticulous document preparation in a dynamic, team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $165K *

Join a dynamic legal team to represent clients in court, collaborate on case strategies, and provide expert legal counsel while ensuring adherence to best practices and legal standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $101K *

Drive clinical research initiatives by supporting proposal development, protocol design, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with investigators to enhance the clinical research portfolio while ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $142K *

Shape the future of legal services by providing expert counsel on complex contracts, ensuring compliance with laws and policies, and enhancing procurement processes for a dynamic university environmen...

1 week ago

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

$155K - $180K *

Shape the legal landscape by providing expert counsel on commercial contracts, compliance, and corporate governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal integrity and support busin...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your law career by advising on and negotiating complex agreements across diverse sectors, particularly technology, while enabling timely business deals and mitigating legal risks effectively...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $232K *

Unlock potential by leading legal reviews for promotional and medical materials. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and provide practical guidance in a fast-paced environment, supporting pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive impactful legal strategies within a fast-paced environment, advising on procurement, fiscal, and administrative law. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance and support ICE's...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion legal excellence by advising on procurement, fiscal, and administrative law within a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance and supporting ICE's mission through expert legal guidance and...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to defending Medical Malpractice cases, where you'll collaborate with experienced attorneys to enhance your legal skills and advance your career in a supportive, inclusive...

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  •   Less than 5 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.