2025 Salary Guide For Attorneys In South Florida
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Overview
This guide is based on real, anonymized associate reports from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Florida in 2025. Figures include base pay and reported bonuses. Firm names are withheld. Source: ClearWage.co, an anonymous salary tool powered by Holtz & Bernard.
Key Takeaways
- Median Associate Base Salary: $145,000
- Median Total Compensation: $155,000
- Average Bonus: $13,894
- Average Billable Requirement: 1,800 hours
Compensation by Practice Area
| Practice Area | Avg Base | Avg Total Comp | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor & Employment | $230,000 | $240,000 | 1 |
| Healthcare | $219,167 | $231,333 | 3 |
| Corporate (Transactional) | $215,833 | $235,000 | 6 |
| Real Estate | $210,000 | $240,000 | 4 |
| Construction Litigation | $210,000 | $223,125 | 4 |
| Litigation | $200,000 | $200,000 | 1 |
| ERISA | $195,000 | $205,000 | 1 |
| Commercial Litigation | $182,833 | $189,167 | 15 |
| Civil Litigation | $163,250 | $181,590 | 20 |
| Insurance | $160,000 | $162,000 | 5 |
| Foreclosure Litigation, Creditor’s Rights | $156,000 | $163,500 | 1 |
| Tax | $152,500 | $197,500 | 2 |
| Commercial Litigation | $152,143 | $156,786 | 7 |
| Insurance Defence | $150,000 | $160,000 | 1 |
| Workers Compensation Defense | $150,000 | $155,000 | 1 |
| General Practice | $150,000 | $150,000 | 1 |
Compensation by Firm Size
| Firm Size | Avg Base | Avg Total Comp | Avg Billable Hrs | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AmLaw 100 | $252,969 | $276,719 | 16 | |
| AmLaw 200 | $173,125 | $182,625 | 8 | |
| Boutique (1-20) | $135,889 | $147,307 | 1800 | 45 |
| Large (101+) | $146,750 | $154,046 | 22 | |
| Mid-size (21-100) | $141,300 | $149,362 | 16 |
City-Level Snapshot
| City | Avg Base | Avg Total Comp | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $172,340 | $185,358 | 72 |
| Fort Lauderdale | $136,177 | $145,600 | 16 |
| Tampa | $132,800 | $142,200 | 5 |
| Orlando | $128,000 | $141,125 | 4 |
| Jacksonville | $122,500 | $146,500 | 2 |
| Boca Raton | $150,000 | $160,000 | 1 |
Median Base by JD Year
| JD Year | Median Base | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | $130,000 | 1 |
| 2009 | $170,000 | 1 |
| 2010 | $150,000 | 1 |
| 2011 | $140,000 | 3 |
| 2012 | $150,000 | 1 |
| 2014 | $165,000 | 1 |
| 2015 | $100,000 | 1 |
| 2016 | $132,500 | 4 |
| 2017 | $200,000 | 9 |
| 2018 | $177,500 | 8 |
| 2019 | $165,000 | 10 |
| 2020 | $145,500 | 16 |
| 2021 | $125,000 | 18 |
| 2022 | $132,500 | 16 |
| 2023 | $114,500 | 12 |
| 2024 | $97,500 | 6 |
How to Use This Guide
Use these ranges to benchmark offers, calibrate negotiations, and identify roles that align with your goals. For a confidential discussion about positions that fit your background and compensation targets, reach out below.
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Source: ClearWage anonymous submissions curated by Holtz & Bernard, 2025.