Average Managing Attorney Salary

$129,918
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$77k
MEDIAN
$130k
90%
$206k

The average salary for a Managing Attorney is $129,918 in 2025

Base Salary
$77k - $206k
Bonus
$3k - $63k
Profit Sharing
$3k - $103k
Commission
$0 - $12k
Total Pay
$81k - $240k
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What Do Managing Attorneys Do?

Managing Attorney Tasks
  • Select jurors, argue motions, meet with judges, and question witnesses during the course of a trial.
  • Analyze and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations with probable case outcomes for individuals and businesses.
  • Represent clients in court or before government agencies, present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
  • Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions; evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments for presentation of cases.
  • Advise clients in business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits or legal rights and obligations.
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FAQs About Managing Attorneys

What is the highest pay for Managing Attorneys?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Managing Attorney is $206k / year

What is the lowest pay for Managing Attorneys?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Managing Attorney is $77k / year

How can Managing Attorneys increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Managing 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 a Managing Attorney that oversees more junior Managing Attorneys, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.