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Legal Intern

Salary data based on 65 job postings

"The median salary for a Legal Intern is $50,502 per year, with salaries ranging from $37,440 at the 10th percentile to $72,800 at the 90th percentile based on 25 job postings. Key skills required for this role include legal research, legal writing, written communication, attention to detail, and analytical skills."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$50,502

10th Percentile

$37,440

90th Percentile

$72,800

Sample Size

25

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Legal Intern Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$37,440Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$50,502Typical salary
90th Percentile$72,800Senior / top earners

Based on 25 job postings with salary data

Skills for Legal Intern

Legal researchLegal writingWritten communicationAttention to detailAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementLegal research and writingOral communicationPolicy analysis

Common Employers Hiring Legal Intern

  • Democratic National Committee4 positions
  • EarthRights International2 positions
  • Environmental Defense Fund2 positions
  • Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)2 positions
  • Freddie Mac2 positions

Top Locations for Legal Intern

Washington, DCWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesMcLean, VANew York, New York, United Statesunited states

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Data extracted from 65 job postings on Daybook.com · Last updated August 2026