What is the median salary for Lawyer in Ottawa?

The median salary for Lawyer in Ottawa is CAD 132,500 - CAD 150,000 per year.

How does the Lawyer salary in Ottawa compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Lawyer in Canada is CAD 98,000 - CAD 123,000, while in Ottawa it is CAD 132,500 - CAD 150,000.

Which companies hire the most Lawyer professionals in Ottawa?

Top companies hiring Lawyer in Ottawa include Gowling WLG.

Lawyer Salary in Canada

Lawyer Salary in Ottawa

Based on 137 job listings - Ottawa, Canada 2026

Average salary

$132,500 - $150,000

Median salary

$132,500 - $150,000

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Ottawa

Average salary

132,500 - 150,000

Median salary

132,500 - 150,000

137 job openings

Canada

Average salary

98,000 - 123,000

Median salary

98,000 - 123,000

9,543 job openings

Other cities

Toronto2,620 job openings

Vancouver709 job openings

Calgary510 job openings

Mississauga327 job openings

Montreal (administrative Region)317 job openings

Edmonton122 job openings

Halifax101 job openings

Winnipeg98 job openings

Montréal92 job openings

Ahuntsic North56 job openings

Barrie39 job openings

Top companies hiring

Gowling WLG1

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The average salary for a Lawyer in Ottawa, Canada is CAD 132,500 - CAD 150,000 per year in 2026, based on 137 job listings.

Leading employers for Lawyer roles in Canada include Gowling WLG.

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