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Senior Legal Counsel

Average Senior Legal Counsel Salary

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$152,572
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$97k
MEDIAN
$153k
90%
$204k

The average salary for a Senior Legal Counsel is $152,572 in 2025

Base Salary
$97k - $204k
Bonus
$3k - $53k
Profit Sharing
$6k - $29k
Total Pay
$104k - $287k
Based on 78 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Legal Counsel

Medical
90%
Dental
79%
Vision
78%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Legal Counsels

Female
59.4%
Male
40.6%
This data is based on 32 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Legal Counsels

What is the highest pay for Senior Legal Counsels?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Legal Counsel is $204k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Legal Counsels?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Legal Counsel is $97k / year

How can Senior Legal Counsels increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Legal Counsel is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Legal Counsel that oversees more junior Senior Legal Counsels, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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