$166,443
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$108k
MEDIAN
$166k
90%
$220k
The average salary for a Legal Counsel is $166,443
Base Salary
$108k - $220k
Bonus
$24k - $36k
Total Pay
$108k - $249k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Legal Counsels?
▼24%
▲1%
What Do Legal Counsels Do?
Legal Counsel Tasks
- Advise business in legal affairs of the company including government regulations, taxes, and legal and human rights.
- Apply for registration and copyrights for the products, processes, and trademarks of the organization.
- Manage disputes and litigations.
- Prepare and review legal documents including contracts, licenses, leases, sales and purchases, and real estate, etc.
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Gender Breakdown
Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 12 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
100%
Dental
87%
Vision