Legal Counsel Salary in the United States

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How much does a Legal Counsel make in the United States? The average Legal Counsel salary in the United States is $171,725 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $150,162 and $193,393. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Legal Counsel
Bradford Consultants LLP - Cincinnati , OH
The Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to Company on a variety of matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, contract ...
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Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial Real Estate Leasing
Hirewell - Chicago , IL
Senior Counsel - Commercial Real Estate Leasing Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for navigating complex real estate transactions? We are seeking a Senior Counsel to join our ...
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Senior Legal Counsel
SunVest Solar, LLC - Chicago , IL
Job Posting: Senior Legal Counsel Reports To: Chief People & Legal Officer Company: SunVest Solar, LLC® Location: Chicago, IL Type: Full-Time, Onsite Compensation: Competitive Base Salary ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Legal Counsel
Medical Transportation Management - Saint Louis , MO
The Legal Counsel position is responsible for providing legal support and services to MTM and affiliate companies as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer. MTM leverages its core competencies in ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Director, Legal Counsel IP
Alcon - Fort Worth , TX
As Director, Legal Counsel Intellectual Property (IP), supporting the Vision Care Franchise , you will be trusted to work on intellectual property matters related to ophthalmic materials, medical ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Corporate Legal Counsel
Envita Solutions - Indianapolis , IN
The Corporate Legal Counsel will be a strategic key partner in providing essential guidance on the company's legal rights and obligations. The incoming Counsel will be expected to roll-up-their ...
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Counsel in the United States. The base salary for Legal Counsel ranges from $150,162 to $193,393 with the average base salary of $171,725. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $161,625 to $219,295 with the average total cash compensation of $189,459.

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Skills associated with Legal Counsel: Regulatory Compliance, Corporate+, RISK

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