195 Legal Jobs in New York City, United States. No generic career clutter.
Browse live legal jobs across New York City, United States. Recently hiring teams include City of New York, Legora, EliseAI. Use the same clean LegalAlphabet filters to compare routes, switch tracks, and move faster.
The United States has the world's largest legal market, employing over 1.3 million lawyers across BigLaw firms, boutique practices, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. Major legal hubs include New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, each with distinct specializations. The market is increasingly shaped by legal technology adoption, alternative fee arrangements, and growing demand for compliance and data privacy expertise.
195 active jobs
Salary range: USD 60,000 - USD 225,000/year
Key Practice Areas:
General PracticeLitigationFamily LawEmployment LawCompliance
BigLaw starting salaries have reached record highs, while in-house and compliance roles are the fastest-growing segments.
Legal jobs in New York City: frequently asked questions
What legal jobs are available in New York City?
LegalAlphabet currently lists 195 active legal jobs in New York City, United States, at employers such as City of New York, Legora, EliseAI. New roles are added daily from law firms, in-house teams, the public sector, and other employers.
Which employers hire legal professionals in New York City?
Employers currently hiring legal talent in New York City, United States include City of New York, Legora, EliseAI, among others. LegalAlphabet aggregates New York City legal roles from employer career pages and job boards.
What do legal jobs in New York City pay?
Some legal roles in New York City disclose pay; current listings show Salaries from USD 92,525+. Exact pay depends on seniority, employer, and specialism.
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