Lawyer Salary in Italy

€61,000Regional estimate

The median salary for a lawyer in Italy is €61,000 annually. Most professionals earn between €45,000 and €82,000, with top earners making over €109,000.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
€45,000
Median (p50)
€61,000
75th percentile
€82,000
Top 10% (p90)
€109,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
Junior€37,000-40%
Mid-level€54,000-12%
Senior€76,000+25%
Lead / Exec€107,000+75%

Total compensation

Base80%
Bonus8%
Equity4%
Benefits8%

Benefits are worth about €7,500 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

These figures represent a regional estimate for gross annual salaries. They are based on data from legal professionals across Italy. Remember that actual earnings can vary based on location, experience, and specific firm.

Frequently asked questions

Is €61,000 a good salary for a lawyer in Italy?

The median salary of €61,000 per year is a solid income in Italy. It sits above the 25th percentile of €45,000, indicating that half of lawyers earn more than this amount.

What is the difference between a junior and senior lawyer salary?

Junior lawyers typically earn a median salary of €37,000 per year. Senior lawyers, on the other hand, have a higher median salary of €76,000, reflecting increased experience and responsibility.

What is the total compensation for a lawyer in Italy?

The total compensation for a lawyer in Italy includes their base salary plus benefits. The estimated value of annual benefits is €7,500, which should be considered alongside the gross annual salary.

How are these lawyer salary figures calculated?

These figures are derived from a dataset of reported salaries from lawyers in Italy. The median (p50) represents the midpoint, while percentiles like the 25th and 75th show the distribution of earnings.

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