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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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Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing conflicts for lateral hiring. You'll conduct thorough research, compile reports, and collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance and accuracy in a fast-pa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Engage in critical analysis and research to support lateral hiring processes. Collaborate with attorneys and teams to ensure thorough conflict searches, maintain high standards of accuracy, and uphold...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$223K - $340K *

Join a dynamic legal team as you oversee captive insurance management and litigation strategy. Collaborate with executives and external stakeholders to ensure effective risk management and compliance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic legal team focused on plaintiff's-side litigation. Support clients in wage-and-hour and class action cases while honing your skills in research, drafting, and cou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Lead and develop a legal team in estate planning and elder law, enhancing processes and client service across multiple offices. Focus on team management, quality assurance, and strategic growth while...

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead and inspire a team of attorneys and paralegals while enhancing legal processes and client service across multiple offices. This role emphasizes leadership, training, and operational consistency i...

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

$150K - $200K *

Oversee and enhance legal operations by leading a team of attorneys and paralegals. Drive quality and consistency across multiple offices while engaging in client consultations and improving training...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Empower a dynamic legal team by leading attorneys and paralegals across multiple offices. Drive operational excellence in estate planning and elder law while enhancing client service and team developm...

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

$120K - $145K *

Join an innovative team driving global mobility operations to support expatriates in the U.S. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance services and ensure compliance while managing vendor relationship...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $90K *

Help us empower veterans by providing legal assistance and representation. Join our dedicated team to address systemic issues and advocate for unhoused veterans, ensuring they receive the benefits and...

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $218K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing conflicts of interest and providing legal guidance. You'll support attorneys in navigating complex ethical issues, ensuring compliance, and enhancing client s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$181K - $337K *

Shape the future of biotech by providing strategic legal counsel across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulations and drive innovative solutions in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate clinical research compliance by coordinating regulatory activities, mentoring specialists, and ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to provide legal advice, manage cases, and ensure client satisfaction. Collaborate with clients and staff to develop strategies, oversee case materials, and stay updated on immigra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $105K *

Partner with us to tackle complex hospital A/R accounts and escalations. Drive resolution of high-risk billing issues, identify systemic gaps, and implement process improvements to enhance operational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $105K *

Empower your career by tackling complex hospital A/R accounts. Join a dynamic team focused on resolving high-risk billing issues, driving process improvements, and enhancing operational efficiency in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to provide expert legal guidance on diverse contracts and compliance matters, supporting organizational goals while ensuring adherence to health law regulations and best practices...

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

$185K - $295K *

Champion corporate governance initiatives by supporting board activities, managing compliance, and ensuring regulatory adherence for public companies and banking entities. Drive strategic governance p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Transform the Legal & Compliance Department by providing high-level administrative support, managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $222K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Counsel, advising on cybersecurity and privacy law across global jurisdictions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage incident responses, regulatory complia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of critical contracting strategies and documentation for Army projects. Collaborate with decision-makers in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with DOD and FAR regulat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $109K *

Shape the future of student mental health by leading evaluation research initiatives. Collaborate with school districts to enhance data management and analysis, ensuring effective implementation of co...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex legal landscapes into actionable strategies as a Legal Counsel, driving compliance and innovation in payments and fintech. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate regulations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $109K *

Drive comprehensive legal representation for clients in immigration proceedings, managing a demanding caseload while collaborating with a diverse team to advocate for noncitizens facing detention and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$97K - $109K *

Join our dedicated team to provide vital legal representation for clients in immigration proceedings, navigating complex cases and advocating for noncitizens facing detention and deportation with comp...

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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.