LP Salary 2026: $93,262–$228,084 — Law Practitioner (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2025-05-10 · Verified 2026-04-26
LP rates of pay for all LP (Law Practitioner) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $93,262 to $228,084 across 3 levels. Category: Law & Regulation. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 | Step 10 | Step 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LP-01 | $93,262 ~$64K net | $97,649 ~$67K net | $102,238 ~$70K net | $107,044 ~$73K net | $112,075 ~$76K net | $117,340 ~$79K net | $122,855 ~$83K net | $128,628 ~$86K net | — | — | — |
| LP-02 | $130,382 ~$87K net | $136,509 ~$90K net | $142,922 ~$93K net | $149,642 ~$97K net | $156,674 ~$100K net | $164,036 ~$104K net | $171,748 ~$108K net | $179,821 ~$112K net | $188,273 ~$116K net | $197,120 ~$120K net | $206,386 ~$125K net |
| LP-03 | $165,373 ~$105K net | $173,147 ~$108K net | $181,284 ~$112K net | $189,805 ~$117K net | $198,727 ~$121K net | $208,064 ~$125K net | $217,844 ~$130K net | $228,084 ~$135K net | — | — | — |
Net estimates assume Ontario, no dependents, PSPP Group 2 (post-2013 hire). Use the calculator for your full situation including province, marital status, RRSP, union dues, and pension group.
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LP-01
$93,262 – $128,628
$3,587 – $4,947 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2025-05-10 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
LP-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-10 | $93,262 | $97,649 | $102,238 | $107,044 | $112,075 | $117,340 | $122,855 | $128,628 |
| 2024-05-10 | $91,433 | $95,734 | $100,233 | $104,945 | $109,877 | $115,039 | $120,446 | $126,106 |
| 2023-05-10 | $88,972 | $93,157 | $97,535 | $102,119 | $106,919 | $111,942 | $117,204 | $122,711 |
| 2021-05-10 | $82,430 | $86,306 | $90,362 | $94,610 | $99,056 | $103,710 | $108,585 | $113,687 |
LP – Law Practitioner
$93,262 – $228,084
$3,587 – $8,772 biweekly (before deductions)
3 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2025-05-10 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the LP Classification
The LP (Law Practitioner) group covers lawyers working within the federal government — primarily at the Department of Justice Canada, but also at regulatory agencies, Crown corporations, and other departments with significant legal functions. LP lawyers provide legal advice to federal departments, litigate on behalf of the Crown, draft legislation, and handle federal regulatory work. Unlike private practice, LP lawyers typically specialize in a specific area — immigration law, tax law, constitutional law, or labour relations — and work within the federal legal framework.
LP-01 covers junior lawyers and articling-equivalent entry points. LP-02 ($130,178–$206,388) is the primary working level and has an unusually wide salary band — a $76,000 spread across its steps, reflecting the enormous variation in experience between a newly called LP-02 and a senior counsel with 20 years at Justice. LP-03 ($183,617–$228,084) covers senior counsel, team leaders, and regional managers within Justice Canada and equivalent departments.
The LP group is represented by CAPE (Canadian Association of Professional Employees). Federal legal salaries are lower than Bay Street or large regional firms, but LP lawyers benefit from a defined-benefit pension, reasonable hours compared to private practice, and the opportunity to work on constitutionally significant cases. LP-02's wide salary band ($130K–$206K) means an experienced federal government lawyer can out-earn many mid-level associates at private firms while working a standard government schedule.
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LP salary — frequently asked questions
What is the LP salary range?
The LP (Law Practitioner) salary range is $93,262 to $228,084 per year as of 2025-05-10, across 3 levels (LP-01, LP-02, LP-03). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does LP stand for in the Government of Canada?
LP is the Treasury Board classification code for Law Practitioner positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 3 levels (LP-01, LP-02, LP-03) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a LP-01 make?
A LP-01 earns $93,262 (Step 1) to $128,628 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-05-10.
How much does a LP-02 make?
A LP-02 earns $130,382 (Step 1) to $206,386 (Step 11) per year as of 2025-05-10.
How much does a LP-03 make?
A LP-03 earns $165,373 (Step 1) to $228,084 (Step 8) per year as of 2025-05-10. LP-03 is the senior-most level in the LP group.
When was the LP pay scale last updated?
The current LP pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2025-05-10, with a total of 27 pay steps across 3 levels. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the LP take-home pay after taxes?
LP take-home pay depends on your level, step, province, and pension group. Use the FedPay.ca take-home pay calculator at fedpay.ca/take-home to see your net pay after federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, EI, and Public Service Pension Plan contributions for any LP level and step.