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Lawyer salary in Sydney NSW

How much does a Lawyer make in Sydney NSW?

Average base salary

$111,884

5%

above national average

The average salary for a lawyer is $111,884 per year in Sydney NSW. 285 salaries reported, updated at 13 September 2023

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Highest paying cities near Sydney NSW for Lawyers

Sydney Central Business District NSW
$137,270 per year
10 salaries reported
Thursday Island QLD
$117,366 per year
51 salaries reported
Brisbane QLD
$116,414 per year
118 salaries reported

Sydney NSW
$111,884 per year
285 salaries reported
Darwin NT
$111,528 per year
19 salaries reported
Melbourne City Centre VIC
$110,182 per year
31 salaries reported

Perth WA
$105,259 per year
32 salaries reported
Newcastle NSW
$103,037 per year
5 salaries reported
Melbourne VIC
$102,463 per year
188 salaries reported

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How much do similar professions get paid in Sydney NSW?

Counsel

Average $140,846 per year

Attorney

Average $91,172 per year

Associate

Average $94,828 per year

Litigation Attorney

Average $194,394 per year

Solicitor

Average $102,085 per year

Corporate Counsel

Average $152,347 per year

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