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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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$130K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team specializing in Workers' Compensation defense, providing comprehensive legal support. Embrace a collaborative environment with strong organizational backing, all while maintaining...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Join a team that advances Workers' Compensation defense through expert legal services, fostering a supportive work environment while maintaining a balance between professional and personal growth, all...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $130K *

Help us enhance employee travel experiences by managing support systems, resolving inquiries, and coordinating logistics. You'll play a key role in ensuring seamless travel operations in a dynamic, hi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $190K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering exceptional Workers' Compensation defense while enjoying structured support, partnership opportunities, and a performance-based salary structure without extens...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Engage in dynamic Workers' Compensation defense, leveraging strong organizational and communication skills to manage cases from referral to resolution while minimizing travel and maximizing support fr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform employee travel experiences by providing exceptional support and operational excellence. Manage inquiries, resolve issues, and enhance travel programs in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $325K *

Champion your career by leading strategic operations and administrative excellence. Drive growth, enhance financial performance, and foster a high-performance culture while overseeing diverse teams an...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K *

Empower unaccompanied children by providing essential immigration legal services, including consultations, representation, and educational presentations, while ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed s...

6 days ago

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

$144K - $216K *

Unlock your potential as a Professional Responsibility Counsel, guiding ethical compliance and conflict resolution within a dynamic legal environment. Collaborate with management to develop policies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$157K - $235K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with ethics and regulatory standards. Collaborate with legal teams to navigate conflicts of interest, develop policies, and provide guidance on professional resp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$157K - $235K *

Engage in ethical compliance and risk management by advising on conflicts of interest, developing policies, and supporting legal teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to professiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $196K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with ethics and regulatory standards, providing expert guidance on conflicts of interest and professional responsibility while supporting firm-wide initiatives a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$144K - $216K *

Unlock potential by guiding compliance with ethics and regulatory standards. As a key member of the management team, you will support legal professionals in navigating conflicts of interest and ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $196K *

Pioneer ethical compliance by guiding legal teams through complex conflicts and regulatory requirements. Leverage your legal expertise to develop policies, provide training, and ensure adherence to pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving workplace concerns through impartial consultation and conflict resolution. Utilize your expertise to conduct investigations, develop policies, and foster a cu...

5 days ago

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

$101K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to empower conflict resolution and foster a positive workplace culture. Utilize your expertise in investigations and policy development to address complex employee concerns and enh...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Optimize commercial real estate transactions by managing due diligence, closing documents, and client interactions. Collaborate with a high-caliber team to support sophisticated deals for developers a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $240K *

Drive compliance strategies and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure legal adherence in a highly regulated healthcare environment, providing expert advice on regulations and best practices to enha...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic legal team focused on litigation. Collaborate with diverse professionals, advocate for clients, and enhance your skills in a supportive environment that promotes...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $125K *

Collaborate with a dynamic legal team to advocate for clients, manage litigation cases, and ensure compliance with legal standards while fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional gro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering growth and innovation while advocating for clients. As an Associate Attorney, you'll engage in litigation, collaborate with colleagues, and develop your legal...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic legal team as an Associate Attorney, where you'll manage litigation cases, advocate for clients, and collaborate with colleagues to drive successful outcomes while enhancing your legal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $125K *

Champion your career as a Senior Paralegal, supporting legal operations through contract management, compliance, and document preparation. Collaborate with a dynamic team while enhancing your expertis...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K *

Lead client consultations and manage estate planning processes, guiding families through legal options. Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver timely, organized services while building a fulfil...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in intellectual property management, ensuring compliance and facilitating technology transfer while collaborating with researchers to protect and commercialize medical innovations effe...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

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.