What are the main factors that influence a Managing Attorney's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Managing Attorney?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Managing Attorney roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Managing Attorney's salary?

A Managing Attorney's salary grows with experience: an Attorney V (7-10 years)earns $256,761, an Attorney VI (10-12 years)earns $297,082, a Managing Attorney (12+ years)earns $196,974, a Senior Managing Attorney (12+ years)earns $220,609, an Assistant General Counsel (12+ years)earns $254,489,

What are the highest paying states for a Managing Attorney?

Managing Attorney salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Managing Attorney roles are District of Columbia $215,355, California $214,538, Massachusetts $211,679. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Managing Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Managing Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Chief Litigation Managing Attorney: $275,860; Senior Managing Attorney: $217,842; Senior Managing Attorney - Litigation: $214,083; Litigation Attorney V: $201,814; Managing Attorney - Litigation: $173,008.

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Managing Attorney Salary in Delaware

How much does a Managing Attorney make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Managing Attorney in Delaware is $196,974 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

However, a Managing Attorney's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $238,379
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $177,193 to $218,647
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $159,184

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Managing Attorney Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,647	$18,221	$4,205	$105
Average	$196,974	$16,415	$3,788	$95
25th Percentile	$177,193	$14,766	$3,408	$85

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Key Factors That Influence Managing Attorney Salaries

A Managing Attorney's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Managing Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Managing Attorney's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Attorney V (7-10 years): $256,761
Attorney VI (10-12 years): $297,082
Managing Attorney (12+ years): $196,974
Senior Managing Attorney (12+ years): $220,609
Assistant General Counsel (12+ years): $254,489

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Attorney V	7-10 years	$256,761
Attorney VI	10-12 years	$297,082
Managing Attorney	12+ years	$196,974
Senior Managing Attorney	12+ years	$220,609
Assistant General Counsel	12+ years	$254,489

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How Do Managing Attorney Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Managing Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $215,355.
California: $214,538.
Massachusetts: $211,679.

District of Columbia $215,355 California $214,538 Massachusetts $211,679 Washington $210,901 New Jersey $210,823 Alaska $210,551 Connecticut $207,866 New York $206,777

Hawaii $203,296 Rhode Island $201,662 Maryland $200,553 Minnesota $199,036 Colorado $198,452 Illinois $198,258 Oregon $197,519 Delaware $196,974

New Hampshire $196,632 Virginia $195,866 Pennsylvania $193,629 Nevada $192,501 North Dakota $192,131 Michigan $191,548 Wisconsin $191,334 Vermont $190,906

Texas $189,719 Maine $189,641 Arizona $189,525 Ohio $189,389 Georgia $187,599 Indiana $186,704 Wyoming $186,529 Utah $186,257

Iowa $186,140 Kansas $185,207 Louisiana $184,934 North Carolina $184,837 Missouri $184,798 Florida $184,040 Montana $183,631 Nebraska $183,242

Kentucky $183,028 South Carolina $182,250 Tennessee $181,764 Idaho $181,569 New Mexico $180,150 Oklahoma $179,838 Alabama $178,691 South Dakota $176,765

Arkansas $175,715 West Virginia $175,151 Mississippi $173,459

Top Paying Cities for Managing Attorneys

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $196,087
Little Creek: $197,523
Magnolia: $197,239

Lincoln, DE $196,087 Little Creek, DE $197,523 Magnolia, DE $197,239 Milford, DE $196,585 Marydel, DE $196,908 Millsboro, DE $195,265 Millville, DE $195,566 Milton, DE $195,904

Nassau, DE $196,046 Ocean View, DE $195,533 Rehoboth Beach, DE $195,908 Seaford, DE $196,019 Selbyville, DE $195,208 Smyrna, DE $197,659 Viola, DE $196,749 Woodside, DE $197,278

Bear, DE $196,822 Newark, DE $196,749 Claymont, DE $197,151 Delaware City, DE $196,945 Hockessin, DE $196,731 Kirkwood, DE $196,908 Middletown, DE $196,984 Montchanin, DE $196,776

New Castle, DE $196,805 Odessa, DE $197,081 Port Penn, DE $197,213 Rockland, DE $196,795 Saint Georges, DE $196,922 Townsend, DE $197,225 Winterthur, DE $196,819 Lewes, DE $195,980

Wilmington, DE $196,741 Dover, DE $197,523 Dover Afb, DE $196,482 Bethany Beach, DE $195,327 Bethel, DE $195,529 Bridgeville, DE $195,990 Camden Wyoming, DE $196,966 Cheswold, DE $197,459

Clayton, DE $197,464 Dagsboro, DE $195,191 Delmar, DE $194,877 Ellendale, DE $195,469 Felton, DE $196,570 Fenwick Island, DE $195,233 Frankford, DE $194,893 Frederica, DE $196,764

Georgetown, DE $195,117 Greenwood, DE $196,021 Harbeson, DE $195,325 Harrington, DE $196,321 Hartly, DE $196,931 Houston, DE $196,041 Kenton, DE $197,474 Laurel, DE $195,000

Yorklyn, DE $196,789

Managing Attorney Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Managing Attorney salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $220,314. While startup companies pay approximate $186,320.

Managing Attorney Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$186,320
Growth Stage	51~500	$197,062
Established	501~5000	$212,755
Enterprise	5000+	$220,314

Managing Attorney Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Managing Attorney roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Managing Attorney positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Managing Attorney as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Managing Attorney

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$216,672	$104.0	10%
Biotechnology	$216,672	$104.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$216,672	$104.0	10%
Financial Services	$216,672	$104.0	10%
Healthcare	$216,672	$104.0	10%

Managing Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Managing Attorney's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$177,193

Average $196,974/year

$218,647

$14,766

Average $16,415/month

$18,221

$3,408

Average $3,788/week

$4,205

$85

Average $95/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,647	$18,221	$4,205	$105
Average	$196,974	$16,415	$3,788	$95
25th Percentile	$177,193	$14,766	$3,408	$85

Managing Attorney Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Managing Attorney, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Managing Attorney role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $220,609 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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