Legal Professional Salary in Salt Lake City, UT

How much does a Legal Professional make in Salt Lake City, UT?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Professional in Salt Lake City, UT is $121,773. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $98,253 to a high of $157,734, with most professionals earning between $109,462 and $140,596.

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What is a Legal Professional?

A Legal Professional is responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients in various legal matters. They may work in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments, and their duties may include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, representing clients in court, and negotiating settlements. They must have a strong understanding of the law and be able to effectively communicate and advocate on behalf of their clients. Additionally, they must adhere to ethical and professional standards in their practice of law.

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What does a Legal Professional do?

Common responsibilities of a Legal Professional

Assist in the preparation of legal arguments and motions.

September 06, 2023

Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and legal strategies.

September 10, 2023

Draft legal documents, such as contracts, briefs, and pleadings.

September 28, 2023

Assist in the preparation of legal opinions and memoranda.

October 04, 2023

Maintain and organize legal files and documents.

October 14, 2023

Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

October 18, 2023

Stay current with changes in laws and regulations that may impact clients or cases.

October 27, 2023

Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts and government agencies.

October 28, 2023

Interview clients and witnesses to gather information relevant to legal cases.

November 16, 2023

Assist in the preparation of trial exhibits and evidence.

November 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Legal Professional in Salt Lake City, UT

Average Base Salary

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109462

140596

121773

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

111788

150798

128846

What is the average salary for Legal Professional in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Professional in Salt Lake City, UT. The base salary for Legal Professional ranges from $109,462 to $140,596 with the average base salary of $121,773. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $111,788 to $150,798 with the average total cash compensation of $128,846.

View Average Salary for Legal Professional as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$121,773	$109,462 - $140,596
Bonus	$7,073	$2,326 - $10,201
Total Pay	$128,846	$111,788 - $150,798

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Legal Professional Salary Near Salt Lake City, UT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE West Jordan, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,865 - $138,545	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE Sandy, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,962 - $138,670	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE South Jordan, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,767 - $138,419	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE Lehi, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,275 - $132,649	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE Layton, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,152 - $133,775	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT
CITY, STATE Orem, UT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,763 - $133,277	COMPARE TO Salt Lake City, UT

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About Salt Lake City, Utah

Salt Lake City has an area of 110.4 square miles (286 km2) and an average elevation of 4,327 feet (1,319 m) above sea level. The lowest point within the boundaries of the city is 4,210 feet (1,280 m) near the Jordan River and the Great Salt Lake, and the highest is Grandview Peak, at 9,410 feet (2,868 m). The city is in the northeast corner of the Salt Lake Valley surrounded by the Great Salt Lake to the northwest, the steep Wasatch Range to the east, and Oquirrh Mountains to the west. Its encircling mountains contain several narrow canyons, including City Creek, Emigration, Millcreek, and Par...

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