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Legal Intern

Salary figures from 25 postings that disclosed salary (of 76 analyzed), posted in the last 12 months

The median salary for a Legal Intern is $47,840 per year, with salaries ranging from $37,440 at the 10th percentile to $72,800 at the 90th percentile, based on 25 postings that disclosed salary (of 76 analyzed). Key skills sought for this role include legal research, legal writing, attention to detail, analytical skills, and written communication.

Figures last changed: October 2026

Median

$47,840

10th Percentile

$37,440

90th Percentile

$72,800

Salary Disclosures

25

of 76 postings analyzed

Legal Intern Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$37,440Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$47,840Typical salary
90th Percentile$72,800Senior / top earners

Based on 25 job postings with salary data

Skills for Legal Intern

Legal researchLegal writingAttention to detailAnalytical skillsWritten communicationOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsLegal research and writingTime managementAdministrative support

Common Employers Hiring Legal Intern

  • Democratic National Committee5 positions
  • Americans United for Life2 positions
  • Freddie Mac2 positions
  • Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI)2 positions
  • Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law2 positions

Top Locations for Legal Intern

Washington, DCNew York, NYMcLean, VAIndianapolis, INUnited States

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Figures from 25 postings that disclosed salary (of 76 analyzed) on Daybook.com · First published 2026-09-22 · Figures last changed October 2026 · How we compute this