How much does a Legal Professional make in Schenectady, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Professional in Schenectady, NY is $127,100. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $102,552 to a high of $164,636, with most professionals earning between $114,251 and $146,748.

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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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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
114251
146748
127100

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
116679
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134486
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 Schenectady, NY. The base salary for Legal Professional ranges from $114,251 to $146,748 with the average base salary of $127,100. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $116,679 to $157,389 with the average total cash compensation of $134,486.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $127,100 $114,251 - $146,748
Bonus $7,385 $2,428 - $10,641
Total Pay $134,486 $116,679 - $157,389
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Albany, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $114,533 - $147,110 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Troy, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $114,488 - $147,052 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Nassau, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,517 - $158,650 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Bennington, VT AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $114,285 - $146,792 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Pittsfield, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,786 - $148,720 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Rutland, VT AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,461 - $145,733 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Legal Conflicts Manager LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $88,780 MAXIMUM SALARY $105,181
JOB TITLE Legal Conflicts Research Manager LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $88,800 MAXIMUM SALARY $105,200
JOB TITLE Legal Recruiter LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $89,218 MAXIMUM SALARY $113,955
JOB TITLE Legal Receptionist LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $40,031 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,441
JOB TITLE Legal Researcher LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $252,440 MAXIMUM SALARY $314,013
JOB TITLE Legal Investigator LOCATION Schenectady, NY MINIMUM SALARY $82,185 MAXIMUM SALARY $101,916
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About Schenectady, New York    Schenectady (/skəˈnɛktədi/) is a city in Schenectady County, New York, United States, of which it is the county seat. As of the 2010 census, the city....More

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