Solicitor Salary in the UK
Solicitors provide legal advice, draft documents, represent clients, and handle legal transactions. They specialise in areas like corporate, property, or litigation.
Solicitor Take Home Pay
On the average Solicitor salary of £62,000, you would take home £46,517 per year (£3,876.45 per month) after tax and National Insurance.
Effective tax rate: 25.0%|Marginal rate: 40%
Solicitor Salary by Location
Solicitor salaries vary significantly by region. London typically offers the highest salaries but also has a higher cost of living.
Solicitor Salary Growth (2020-2025)
See how Solicitor salaries have changed over the past 5 years, including inflation-adjusted real growth.
+17.8%
Total Growth
+£9,389
Salary Increase
+3.3%
Annual Growth Rate
-7.9%
Real Growth (Inflation Adj.)
Year-over-Year Changes
Key Skills Required
Typical Qualifications
- Law degree or GDL
- LPC and training contract
- SRA admission
Solicitor Career Progression
What Does a Solicitor Do?
Industries Hiring Solicitors
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Take Home Pay
£46,517.40/year
75.0% of gross income
- Gross Income£62,000.00
- Taxable Income£49,430.00
- Income Tax-£12,232.00
- National Insurance-£3,250.60
- Total Deductions-£15,482.60
25.0%
Effective Rate
40%
Marginal Rate
Solicitor Salary FAQ
What is the average Solicitor salary in the UK?
The average Solicitor salary in the UK is £62,000 per year. Salaries typically range from £35,000 for entry-level positions to £150,000 for senior roles.
How much does a Solicitor earn in London?
A Solicitor in London earns an average of £78,000 per year, which is 50% higher than the national average.
What is the take-home pay for a Solicitor?
On the average Solicitor salary of £62,000, you would take home approximately £46,517 per year (£3,876.45 per month) after income tax and National Insurance.