How much does a Divorce Lawyer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Divorce Lawyer in the United States is $155,358. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $119,423 to a high of $178,251, with most professionals earning between $136,548 and $167,341.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Divorce Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Divorce Lawyer Salary $119,423 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Divorce Lawyer Salary $136,548 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Divorce Lawyer Salary $155,358 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Divorce Lawyer Salary $167,341 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Divorce Lawyer Salary $178,251 US April 01, 2025
25% $136,548 10% $119,423 90% $178,251 75% $167,341 $155,358 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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