▼2%
C$60,742
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$45k
MEDIAN
CA$61k
90%
CA$89k
The average salary for an Entry-Level Attorney is C$60,742 in 2025
Base Salary
C$45k - C$89k
Bonus
C$4k - C$10k
Total Pay
C$42k - C$92k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Entry-Level Attorneys?
What Do Entry-Level Attorneys Do?
Entry-Level Attorney Tasks
- Analyze and interpret laws, rulings and regulations with probable case outcomes for individuals and businesses.
- Evaluate findings and work with upper level attorneys to develop strategies and arguments for presentation of cases.
- Assist attorneys with gathering evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions.
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Common Health Benefits for a Entry-Level Attorney
Medical
45%
Dental
42%
Vision
42%
None
52%
Gender Breakdown for Entry-Level Attorneys
Female
61.5%
Male
38.5%
This data is based on 13 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Entry-Level Attorneys
What is the highest pay for Entry-Level Attorneys?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Entry-Level Attorney is CA$89k / year
What is the lowest pay for Entry-Level Attorneys?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Entry-Level Attorney is CA$45k / year
How can Entry-Level Attorneys increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Entry-Level Attorney 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 an Entry-Level Attorney that oversees more junior Entry-Level Attorneys, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.