Last updated 2026-07-05
45 Legal Counsel Jobs in Houston, TX, United States
Browse 45 Legal Counsel jobs across Houston, TX, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Legal Counsel jobs in Houston, TX, United States
Professionals providing legal advice and services within an organization, ensuring compliance and managing legal risks.
Houston, TX, United States Legal Counsel salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $127K | $178K–$238K | $298K |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston metro | $146K | $87K-$220K | 26 postings |
| Texas | $150K | $86K-$210K | 110 postings |
| U.S. | $175K | $125K-$224K | 2,380 postings |
Pay visibility: 10 of 45 visible postings include structured pay data (22%).
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Common Legal Counsel job titles
| Title | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Paralegal | 3 | 7% |
| Corporate Governance Legal Assistant | 2 | 4% |
| Counsel | 2 | 4% |
| Counsel Sr | 2 | 4% |
| Senior Legal Counsel | 2 | 4% |
Legal Counsel jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX, United States | 43 | 96% |
| Pearland, TX, United States | 1 | 2% |
| Sugar Land, TX, United States | 1 | 2% |
FAQ
- How many Legal Counsel jobs are listed in Houston, TX, United States?
- This page currently shows 45 Legal Counsel jobs in Houston, TX, United States.
- What salary data is available for Legal Counsel jobs in Houston, TX, United States?
- Salary comparison includes Houston metro ($146K P50, $87K-$220K P25-P75, 26 postings) and Texas ($150K P50, $86K-$210K P25-P75, 110 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Legal Counsel roles in Houston, TX, United States?
- Current listings include roles from Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (Non-partners) (3 jobs, 7%), Circle (2 jobs, 4%), OPC Occidental Petroleum Corp (2 jobs, 4%), Wilson Elser - Attorneys (2 jobs, 4%), and 0072 Port of Houston Authority (1 job, 2%).
- What seniority levels are common for Legal Counsel jobs in Houston, TX, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Mid (26 jobs, 58%), Senior (10 jobs, 22%), and Entry (9 jobs, 20%).
- What work schedules are common for Legal Counsel jobs in Houston, TX, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (43 jobs, 96%), Contract (1 job, 2%), and Part time (1 job, 2%).
- What Legal Counsel job titles are common in Houston, TX, United States?
- Common titles include Paralegal (3 jobs, 7%), Corporate Governance Legal Assistant (2 jobs, 4%), Counsel (2 jobs, 4%), Counsel Sr (2 jobs, 4%), and Senior Legal Counsel (2 jobs, 4%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (43 of 45). Mid-level roles account for 26 of 45 listings. 10 of 45 visible postings include structured pay data.
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- WHAT YOU WILL DO Responsible for researching, analyzing and communicating laws and regulations relating to corporate governance, corporate…
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- Work with litigation counsel to coordinate dispute settlement, arbitration and litigation matters.
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Jun 24- Our versatility is reflected in our strong commercial awareness and ability to adapt to the circumstances at hand, to provide…
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- Participate in development of form agreements, contract playbooks and contract lifecycle management program.
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