Salary of Lawyer in Australia 2026

How much does a Lawyer earn?

$116,376 / Annual
Based on 8 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $80,835 Average salary: $116,376 Maximum: $12,918

Minimum
$80,835 Average salary
$116,376 Maximum
$12,918

$9,698 / Monthly
Based on 8 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $6,736 Average salary: $9,698 Maximum: $1,076

Minimum
$6,736 Average salary
$9,698 Maximum
$1,076

$323 / Daily
Based on 8 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $225 Average salary: $323 Maximum: $36

Minimum
$225 Average salary
$323 Maximum
$36

$61 / Hourly
Based on 8 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $42 Average salary: $61 Maximum: $7

Minimum
$42 Average salary
$61 Maximum
$7

Salary data updated: October 2026

Salary of Lawyer in Australia

Lawyer / Senior Lawyer

Found at: Fantastic LinkedIn - 1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Westpac Full-time

Job Description • Permanent opportunity to shape and support major technology, digital and transformation initiatives...
Lawyer / Senior Lawyer

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Westpac Full-time

Permanent opportunityto shape and support major technology, digital and transformation initiatives across the...
Lawyer / Senior Lawyer

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Westpac Full-time $180,000 - $240,000 Contract

Permanent opportunityto shape and support major technology, digital and transformation initiatives across the...

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Position	Average salary / Annual
General Practitioner (Obstetrics) \| Regional SA \| Up to 652k p.a	$48,042	View listings
Consultant Intensivist	$47,083	View listings
Pediatrician - Regional South Australia - 365,798 - 713,692pa	$44,979	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist \| General Adult \| Coastal regional WA	$39,421	View listings
Casual Cook	$32,000	View listings
Casual Crew	$32,000	View listings
Shift Leader	$32,000	View listings
Paediatrician	$31,379	View listings
General Practitioner	$29,156	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist	$27,896	View listings

Salary comparison

FAQ - Lawyer

The average salary for Lawyer is AUD116,376 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 8 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Lawyer in Australia.

The lowest salary of Lawyer per year in Australia is AUD80,835

The highest salary for Lawyer per year in Australia is AUD12,918

Data updated: October 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 8 job postings with salary.