As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Med Mal Defense Attorney in Texas is $90,426, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,739 weekly, or $7,536 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Med Mal Defense Attorney in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Med Mal Defense Attorney in Texas vary widely, spanning from $69,824 to $107,525. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,642) and 75th percentile ($99,376), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,525 per year. This $19,734 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, Texas Med Mal Defense Attorney often earn 2.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 57 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 nationwide for Med Mal Defense Attorney 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
Med Mal Defense Attorney Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Med Mal Defense Attorney Salary $69,824 TX August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Med Mal Defense Attorney Salary $79,642 TX August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Med Mal Defense Attorney Salary $90,426 TX August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Med Mal Defense Attorney Salary $99,376 TX August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Med Mal Defense Attorney Salary $107,525 TX August 01, 2026
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Location Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $88,234 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $87,244 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $86,263 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $89,024 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $87,000 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $96,450 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $91,085 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $87,149 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $86,919 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $89,941 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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