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Legal Counsel

Average Early-Career Legal Counsel with Contract Management Skills Salary in San Francisco, California

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$140,000
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$114k
MEDIAN
$140k
75%
$150k

The average salary for a Legal Counsel is $140,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$114k - $150k
Bonus
$0 - $15k
Total Pay
$116k - $165k
(last updated Jul 20 2021)
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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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Common Health Benefits for a Legal Counsel

Medical
100%
Dental
80%
Vision
80%

Gender Breakdown for Legal Counsels

Male
66.7%
Female
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Legal Counsels

What is the highest pay for Legal Counsels in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Legal Counsel in San Francisco is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Legal Counsels in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Legal Counsel in San Francisco is $NaN / year

How can Legal Counsels increase their salary?

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

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