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Legal Executive /General Counsel

Average Experienced Legal Executive /General Counsel with Legal Research Skills Salary

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$139,134
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$123k
MEDIAN
$139k
75%
$203k

The average salary for a Legal Executive /General Counsel is $139,134 in 2025

Base Salary
$123k - $203k
Bonus
$6k - $73k
Total Pay
$128k - $270k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated May 30 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Legal Executive /General Counsel

Medical
83%
Dental
67%
Vision
50%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Legal Executive /General Counsels

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Legal Executive /General Counsels increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Legal Executive /General 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 Legal Executive /General Counsel that oversees more junior Legal Executive /General Counsels, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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