How much does a Trial Lawyer make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Trial Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA is $118,391. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $89,622 to a high of $141,322, with most professionals earning between $103,332 and $130,394.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Trial Lawyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Trial Lawyer Salary $89,622 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Trial Lawyer Salary $103,332 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Trial Lawyer Salary $118,391 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Trial Lawyer Salary $130,394 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Trial Lawyer Salary $141,322 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25% $103,332 10% $89,622 90% $141,322 75% $130,394 $118,391 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Trial Lawyer ?

A lawyer or attorney is a person who practices law, as an advocate, attorney, attorney at law, barrister, barrister-at-law, bar-at-law, civil law notary, counsel, counselor, counsellor, counselor at law, solicitor, chartered legal executive, or public servant preparing, interpreting and applying law, but not as a paralegal or charter executive secretary. Working as a lawyer involves the practical application of abstract legal theories and knowledge to solve specific individualized problems, or to advance the interests of those who hire lawyers to perform legal services. The role of the lawyer...

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  1. This Job:

    Trial Lawyer

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Trial Lawyer in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Trial Lawyer ranges from $103,332 to $130,394 with the average base salary of $118,391. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,332 to $130,394 with the average total cash compensation of $118,391.
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