Table of Contents

• Salary
• Earnings
• Ontario
• Well-Paid?

Salary

The salary of a corporate lawyer in Canada is determined by a number of factors. These include the size and type of the law firm, the number of years of experience and the field of law that the lawyer practices. Generally, corporate lawyers in Canada earn between $90,000 and $200,000 per year, with the average salary for a corporate lawyer in mid-sized firms ranging from $120,000 to $150,000.

Earnings in Toronto

In Toronto, the salary for corporate lawyers is similarly dependent on the experience and type of law firm. However, due to the higher cost of living in Toronto, the salary range is slightly higher. On average, a corporate lawyer in Toronto can expect to earn between $95,000 and $220,000 per year, with the average salary for a mid-sized firm ranging from $125,000 to $175,000.

Ontario

In Ontario, the provincial government sets the minimum wage for lawyers. This minimum wage is currently set at $77,770 per year. Corporate lawyers who practice in Ontario can expect to earn higher than the minimum wage, with salaries ranging from $90,000 to $220,000 per year.

Well-Paid?

Overall, corporate lawyers in Canada earn high salaries and are generally considered to be well-paid. With the right qualifications and experience, corporate lawyers can expect to earn a relatively high salary in both the public and private sectors.