Salary of Lawyer in Australia 2026

How much does a Lawyer earn?

$117,302 / Annual
Based on 18 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $88,214 Average salary: $117,302 Maximum: $12,918

Minimum
$88,214 Average salary
$117,302 Maximum
$12,918

$9,775 / Monthly
Based on 18 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $7,351 Average salary: $9,775 Maximum: $1,076

Minimum
$7,351 Average salary
$9,775 Maximum
$1,076

$326 / Daily
Based on 18 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $245 Average salary: $326 Maximum: $36

Minimum
$245 Average salary
$326 Maximum
$36

$61 / Hourly
Based on 18 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $46 Average salary: $61 Maximum: $7

Minimum
$46 Average salary
$61 Maximum
$7

Salary data updated: October 2026

Salary of Lawyer in Australia

Lawyer / Senior Lawyer

20 hours ago

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

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

20 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Westpac Bank Full-time

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

5 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission Full-time

Are you looking for a role where you can do challenging and meaningful legal work that helps make Australia hostile to...

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All positions in General

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 Crew	$32,000	View listings
Casual Cook	$32,000	View listings
Paediatrician	$31,379	View listings
General Practitioner	$29,156	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist	$27,896	View listings
Geriatrician	$23,051	View listings

Salary comparison

FAQ - Lawyer

The average salary for Lawyer is AUD117,302 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 18 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 AUD88,214

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: 18 job postings with salary.