2026 Legal Salary Guide

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Your personalised benchmark Auckland · Corporate & M&A · Top Tier · 3–4 yrs PQE

Estimated Annual Salary Range

$120,000 – $150,000

Market midpoint: $135,000

⚠️ Brisbane salary data is estimated based on comparable Australian markets. Actual salaries may vary.

The market for your profile is currently active. Firms are competing for talent at this level, and salaries in this band reflect strong demand. Expect base pay to be supplemented by performance bonuses and additional benefits.

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