Corporate/Government Lawyer - Pay and progression
Poutoko Ture Kaipakihi/Karauna
Pay
Salaries vary, but corporate/government lawyers usually earn between $30,000 and $140,000 per year, depending on their position. Senior corporate/government lawyers may earn more than this.
According to the 2006 Census, corporate/government lawyers earned an average of $88,000 a year and worked an average of 44 hours per week. This includes full and part-time workers.
This information is provided as a guide only
Career Progression
Corporate/Government lawyers can move to management positions within the organisation they work for or into private practice.
