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latest salaries
• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Lawyer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs for 1 year of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 70 latest salaries received from Lawyer.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Rajasthan High Court Lawyer Salary
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Chennai
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr | |
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3 yrs
exp.
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Chennai
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr | |
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₹0.9 L/yr - ₹1.2 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr | |
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1 yr
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Chennai
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr | |
2 yrs
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Chennai
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr | |
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1 yr
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Chennai
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr | |
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16 yrs
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Chennai
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr | |
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3 yrs
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Chennai
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr | |
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Lawyer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
1
year
(13
salaries)
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
2
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
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3
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr |
4
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
5
years
(8
salaries)
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr |
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· 2-7 years
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· 5-10 years
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Mumbai
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Advocate in Lucknow
• posted on 28 Jun 2023
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The huddle between the courts and the growth opportunity.
- Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes
Low monetary compensation in the beginning
- Job security - Bad
Allahabad High Court
Advocate in Katra, Allahabad
• posted on 19 Jan 2021
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Good work environment, you can enhance your knowledge and skills. There are soo many chances for growth as much as you can. Teammates are supportive and the management is transparent. There is place available for chilling with utilities.
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• posted on 03 Jun 2023
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Lawyer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
New Delhi
Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.5 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr |
Mumbai
Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
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Pune
Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr |
Kolkata
Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Lawyer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Law Enforcement & Security Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
Federal Agencies Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr |
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Government Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
Financial Services Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹1 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Lawyer
1 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Lawyer Salaries
What is the salary of a Lawyer in India?
The salary of a Lawyer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Lawyer salaries ranges from ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 70 salaries received from various Lawyers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 70 salaries received from various Lawyers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Lawyers?
Lawyer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Rajasthan High Court Lawyer Salary | ₹4 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year |
| Private Practice Lawyer Salary | ₹2 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs per year |
| Delhi High Court Lawyer Salary | ₹3 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year |
| Independent Practice Lawyer Salary | ₹2 Lakhs to ₹6.3 Lakhs per year |
| Self Practice Lawyer Salary | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Lawyer in India?
The annual salary for Lawyer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Lawyer are
Salary expectations for Lawyer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Lawyer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Chandigarh | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in New Delhi | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Mumbai | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Lawyer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Lawyer in India are:
| Lawyer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹21.8 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Government | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Federal Agencies | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lawyer Salary in Financial Services | ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Lawyer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Lawyer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Lawyer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Lawyer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 1 year | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year |
| 2 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year |
| 3 years | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year |
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