As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Corporate Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA is $118,655, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,282 weekly, or $9,888 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Corporate Lawyer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Corporate Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $92,848 to $142,240. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,146) and 75th percentile ($131,000), while top earners (90th percentile) make $142,240 per year. This $25,854 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Estate Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Corporate Lawyer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for Corporate Lawyer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Corporate Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Corporate Lawyer Salary $92,848 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Corporate Lawyer Salary $105,146 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Corporate Lawyer Salary $118,655 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Corporate Lawyer Salary $131,000 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Corporate Lawyer Salary $142,240 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2025
25% $105,146 10% $92,848 90% $142,240 75% $131,000 $118,655 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Corporate Lawyer ?

A corporate lawyer is a lawyer who specializes in corporate law....

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    Corporate Lawyer

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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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 Corporate Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Corporate Lawyer ranges from $105,146 to $131,000 with the average base salary of $118,655. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $109,787 to $153,771 with the average total cash compensation of $130,124.
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