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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for business development manager law firm in the United States is $85,602.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Business Development Manager Law Firm vs Legal Marketing Manager?

AspectBusiness Development Manager Law FirmLegal Marketing Manager
Primary FocusClient acquisition, relationship building, and growth strategiesMarketing campaigns, branding, and promotional activities
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in law, business, or marketing; experience in law firmsMarketing or communications degree; experience in legal marketing
Work EnvironmentLaw firm offices, client meetings, networking eventsMarketing departments, advertising agencies, digital platforms
Industry UsageCommonly used in law firms to drive business growthUsed across legal service providers to enhance visibility

The Business Development Manager Law Firm focuses on acquiring clients and expanding the firm's business through relationship management and strategic initiatives. In contrast, the Legal Marketing Manager concentrates on promoting the firm's brand and marketing efforts to attract clients. While both roles aim to grow the firm, their approaches and daily activities differ significantly.

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Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Lewis Brisbois

Los Angeles, CA • Hybrid

$140K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

The Los Angeles, CA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking a Business Development Manager. The Business Development Manager will work to advance the firm’s litigation practices. This role will work closely with practice leaders and key stakeholders to develop and execute strategic marketing and business development initiatives that strengthen the firm’s market positioning and drive growth. The Business Development Manager will have primary responsibility for several litigation practices, with an emphasis on Complex Business & Commercial Litigation and the promotion of the firm’s National Trial Team.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.


Responsibilities & Qualifications

The following list of essential functions is not exhaustive, and other duties may be assigned in addition to those listed. The items listed are considered daily functions associated with this position. 

  • Proactively identify and pursue new business development opportunities, coordinate attorney teams, lead pitch efforts, and manage opportunities from concept to submission.
  • Lead the development of pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and presentations.
  • Conduct client, prospect, and market research, monitoring industry trends and competitive intelligence to help position the firm to win new business.
  • Support the successful integration of lateral hires into the firm.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in a similar role in a law firm or professional services firm required.
  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Business, English, or related field.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail.
  • Creative research skills, meticulous writing, proofreading and data entry skills, and capacity to interpret data.
  • Technological proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office programs, including Copilot; InDesign skills a plus.
  • Understanding of U.S. litigation terminology and framework.

Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.

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