What is the salary range for fresh law graduates?

The salary of law graduates in India depends on factors such as qualifications, skills, work experience, company etc. As a fresher, candidates who are recruited in law firms or corporate firms can earn a fixed salary anywhere between INR 3.50 lakhs and INR 5 lakhs per annum. Some of the top law and corporate firms in India offering high salaries are Ernst & Young, Kohler, KPMG, Advaita Law, and others, which offer a monthly salary ranging between INR 50,000 and INR 1,20,000. This article overviews the salary structure of law graduates in India depending on the company, skillset, law specializations, company location etc.
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LLB Salary in India for Top Firms and Sectors

After completing graduation in law, students must select the companies that offer them a good salary and career opportunities. Check out the various sectors and salary offered to fresh LLB graduates from the table below:

Sector/ Firm	Salary for Fresh Law Graduates
Top-tier firms	> INR 15 LPA
Mid/ small firms	INR 3-7 LPA
In-house corporate firms	INR 3-6 LPA
Litigation/ government	INR 3-10 LPA

Lawyers Salary in India: Specialization-wise Average Package

The student can choose the law profession in two basic domains: corporate lawyers and criminal lawyers. Based on various law specializations, the salary is offered. Check out the average salary offered in various law specializations below:

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Top Recruiters Hiring Fresh Law Graduates: Expected Salary Range

Several top-ranked law firms and corporate firms recruit suitable candidates after graduation at high compensation, generally ranging from INR 12 lakhs to INR 20 lakhs per annum. Here is a look at the major firms in India and salary package offered to LLB freshers:

Top Recruiting Firms	Salary Range (Approx.)	Industry Areas
Desai & Diwanji	INR 6-8.4 ​LPA	Mergers & Acquisitions, capital markets
Nishith Desai Associates	INR 12-16 ​LPA	IP, international tax
Khaitan & Co.	INR 12-16 ​LPA	Cross-border deals
Luthra and Luthra	INR 12-16 ​LPA	Project finance, disputes
Trilegal	INR 12-16 ​LPA	Energy, real estate
J Sagar Associates	INR 13-18 ​LPA	Regulatory, litigation
AZB & Partners	INR 14-20 ​LPA	Corporate, finance, tax
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas	INR 15-20 ​LPA	Corporate, litigation
S&R Associates	INR 16-20 ​LPA	Banking, finance
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas	INR 18-20 ​LPA	Mergers & Acquisitions, banking, disputes

Further, to sum it up, the tier-1 cities in India, such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi etc. offer higher pay to law graduates compared to other tier 2 and tier 3 cities. As a fresher, one can earn INR 12-20 lakhs per annum in top corporate firms, while mid and small firms offer salary packages around INR 3-10 lakhs per annum. Fresh LLB graduates in the field of Cyber Law and Fintech usually see a huge potential for growth. Thus, location, specialization, and skillset play a vital role in determining lawyer salary in India. However, with consistent practice and years of experience, one can easily reach a greater height of success in the future.

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