Salary distribution
Where Texas lawyers fall on the wage curve.
Distribution not available
The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.
Lawyers in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 103 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $180,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 50 | $97,828 |
| Level II — qualified | 17 | $225,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 9 | $202,837 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 17 | $415,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Lawyers in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sidley Austin (US) LLP | Associate Attorney | 7 | $225,000 |
| King & Spalding LLP | Senior Associate | 5 | $390,000 |
| Latham & Watkins LLP | Associate | 5 | $225,000 |
| Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Partner | 5 | $420,000 |
| Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP | Associate Attorney | 4 | $124,643 |
| Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP | Associate | 2 | $272,500 |
| Mincey-Carter, PC | Associate | 2 | $3,180,000 |
| Kodem Law Firm PLLC | Attorney | 2 | $83,554 |
| EVGO SERVICES LLC | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER & EVP CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT | 2 | $415,000 |
| Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton, LLP | Mexico Licensed Legal Consultant | 2 | $134,338 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Associate at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP$177,798DallasDecided Dec 30, 2025I-203-25356-502617
- Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP$310,000HoustonDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-493849
- Senior Associate at King & Spalding LLP$445,000HoustonDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-482272
- Associate Attorney-Energy, Environmental & Natural Resources at Beatty & Wozniak, P.C.$165,000San AntonioDecided Dec 9, 2025I-200-25336-450615
- Immigration Attorney at THE LAW FIRM OF SIM, PARVATHANENI AND BROWN PLLC$90,000LewisvilleDecided Dec 5, 2025I-200-25332-443260
- Attorney at Latham & Watkins LLP$225,000HoustonDecided Nov 24, 2025I-200-25321-414767
- Associate Attorney at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP$130,686RichardsonDecided Nov 24, 2025I-200-25321-414857
- Associate Attorney at SONG WHIDDON, PLLC$95,867DallasDecided Nov 18, 2025I-200-25314-394027
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Lawyers pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Lawyers specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 43 certified offers. The most common variant is Associate Attorney at a median of $120,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Attorney | Sidley Austin (US) LLP | 33 | $120,000 |
| Immigration Attorney | Eugene Chen Law, PLLC | 6 | $93,828 |
| Partner | Kirkland & Ellis LLP | 4 | $455,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Lawyers in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 102 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $177,798.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Sidley Austin (US) LLP | 87 | $177,798 |
| Manufacturing | EVGO SERVICES LLC | 5 | $305,000 |
| Energy and utilities | Woodside Energy USA Services Inc. | 2 | $303,700 |
| Government and public sector | TEXAS RACING COMMISSION | 2 | $91,300 |
| Retail and wholesale | Segway Powersports, Inc. | 1 | $100,000 |
| Technology and software | Thales DIS CPL USA, Inc. | 1 | $205,000 |
| Transportation and logistics | BCP Management Services, LLC | 1 | $270,000 |
| Media and entertainment | Light & Wonder, Inc. | 1 | $358,955 |
| Education | ImmSchools | 1 | $100,000 |
| Finance and insurance | Atlantic Trading & Marketing, Inc. | 1 | $150,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.7 / 5
Law and Government
Knowledge
- 4.6 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.6 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.5 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.5 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.5 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
- 02
Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.
- 03
Select jurors, argue motions, meet with judges, and question witnesses during the course of a trial.
- 04
Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
- 05
Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- 06
Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
- 07
Work in environmental law, representing public interest groups, waste disposal companies, or construction firms in their dealings with state and federal agencies.
- 08
Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.2%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for lawyers in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Dallas$157,340
- Houston$139,460
- San Antonio$134,890
- Austin$133,400
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Lawyers in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Lawyers in Texas is $133,570.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Lawyers?
- The Texas median is -10.7% versus the BLS national figure of $149,496.
- Is Lawyers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.2% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Lawyers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.