Legal / General Counsel Salary in New York
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Median salary, full range, and distribution chart for Legal / General Counsels in New York.
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About this benchmark
DoubleNine provides nonprofit compensation benchmarks using data sourced directly from IRS Form 990 filings — the mandatory annual disclosures filed by tax-exempt organizations. Unlike salary surveys that rely on voluntary self-reporting, Form 990 data is audited, consistent, and publicly available.
The Legal / General Counsel benchmark in New York draws on filings from tax years 2021–2024, covering total compensation including base salary, bonus, deferred compensation, and nontaxable benefits as reported on IRS Form 990 public filings.
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Frequently asked questions
1What is the average General Counsel salary at a nonprofit in New York?
Salaries vary by organization size and sector. Use the benchmark tool above to see the median and percentile breakdown for your specific filters.
2Where does this data come from?
All compensation figures come from IRS Form 990 public filings — mandatory disclosures that cover the largest nonprofits in the US. Unlike self-reported salary surveys, this data is verified and consistent.
3Is this tool free?
Yes — all benchmarking data is free. A $19 PDF report is available if you need a board-ready document with methodology and comparable organizations.