Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice in the United States is $104,409 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,206
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,239 to $115,295
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,069
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Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $115,295 $9,608 $2,217 $55
Average $104,409 $8,701 $2,008 $50
25th Percentile $93,239 $7,770 $1,793 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salaries

An Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $102,141
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $135,598
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $191,557
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $218,099
  • Expert (over 8 years): $258,840
Levels Salary
Associate... Level Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice$102,141
Attorney ... Level Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice$135,598
Attorney ... Level Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice$191,557
Attorney ... Level Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice$218,099
Attorney ... Level Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice$258,840
$102,141 0 yr
$135,598 < 2 yrs
$191,557 2-4 yrs
$218,099 5-8 yrs
$258,840 > 8 yrs
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How Do Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice 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 Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $115,602.
  • California: $115,163.
  • Massachusetts: $113,628.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practices

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:

  • San Jose: $131,691
  • San Francisco: $130,249
  • Oakland: $127,504

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.65% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Estate Planning (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Estate planning is the process of anticipating and arranging, during a person's life, for the management and disposal of that person's estate during the person's life and at and after death, while minimizing gift, estate, generation skipping transfer, and income tax. Estate planning includes planning for incapacity as well as a process of reducing or eliminating uncertainties over the administration of a probate and maximizing the value of the estate by reducing taxes and other expenses. The ultimate goal of estate planning can be determined by the specific goals of the client, and may be as simple or complex as the client's needs dictate. Guardians are often designated for minor children and beneficiaries in incapacity. The law of estate planning overlaps to some degree with elder law, which additionally includes other provisions such as long-term care.
  • Employment Law (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Applying the knowledge of employment law to regulate relationships between employers and employees.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 5.65%
Estate Planning 2.37%
Employment Law 1.49%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice's salary.
  • Legal Advice: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Intellectual Property: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Legal Advice
$109,629
5%
Intellectual Property
$108,585
4%
Due Diligence
$107,541
3%
Negotiating
$107,541
3%
Analysis
$107,541
3%
Employment Law
$107,541
3%
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Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$125,291$60.020%
Biotechnology$125,291$60.020%
Energy & Utilities$125,291$60.020%
Financial Services$125,291$60.020%
Healthcare$125,291$60.020%

How Education impacts an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practices enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $101,138 and $109,909).

Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 0.4%
Associates 0.1%
Bachelors 1.8%
Masters 2.9%
Doctorate 94.6%
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Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice

Salaries for an Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $115,535 in 2023 to around $111,483 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Associate Attorney (Corporate and Securities Practice Over Time

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$115,093
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2023 $115,535
2024 $115,093
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