As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Law Firm Partner in California is $119,021, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,289 weekly, or $9,918 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Law Firm Partner in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Law Firm Partner in California vary widely, spanning from $93,135 to $142,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,471) and 75th percentile ($131,405), while top earners (90th percentile) make $142,680 per year. This $25,934 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, California Law Firm Partner often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 77 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Law Firm Partner job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Business Services to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Law Firm Partner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Law Firm Partner Salary $93,135 CA August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Law Firm Partner Salary $105,471 CA August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Law Firm Partner Salary $119,021 CA August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Law Firm Partner Salary $131,405 CA August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Law Firm Partner Salary $142,680 CA August 01, 2025
25% $105,471 10% $93,135 90% $142,680 75% $131,405 $119,021 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Law Firm Partner ?

A law firm is a business entity formed by one or more lawyers to engage in the practice of law. The primary service rendered by a law firm is to advise clients (individuals or corporations) about their legal rights and responsibilities, and to represent clients in civil or criminal cases, business transactions, and other matters in which legal advice and other assistance are sought....

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $118,736 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $121,184 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $124,731 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $118,645 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $115,892 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $123,099 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $118,895 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $112,877 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $138,399 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $138,082 Date Updated August 01, 2025
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