Startup Legal Counsel Salary

Startups pay Legal Counsels a median salary of $173,094 per year. Based on 757 Legal Counsel job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $104,512 and $249,487, with an average of $174,859.

95th Percentile
$249,487
Average
$174,859
Range
$104,512 - $249,487
Sample Size
757
Last updated August 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Legal Counsel Compensation Trends

Track how Legal Counsel compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Legal Counsel positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Legal Counsel Salaries by Country

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $259,810

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