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Legal Intern

Salary data based on 22 job postings

"The median salary for a Legal Intern is $52,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $37,336 at the 10th percentile to $72,800 at the 90th percentile based on 11 job postings. Key skills required for this role include legal research, legal writing, written and oral communication, and analytical skills."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$52,000

10th Percentile

$37,336

90th Percentile

$72,800

Sample Size

11

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Legal Intern Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$37,336Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$52,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$72,800Senior / top earners

Based on 11 job postings with salary data

Skills for Legal Intern

Legal researchLegal writingWritten communicationOral communicationAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailLegal research and writingMicrosoft OfficeLitigation support

Common Employers Hiring Legal Intern

  • Democratic National Committee3 positions
  • Freddie Mac2 positions
  • KIPP DC1 positions
  • Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)1 positions
  • Global Labor Justice1 positions

Top Locations for Legal Intern

Washington, DCWashington, DC 20006McLean, VA1152 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005901 4th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

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Data extracted from 22 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026