Using Forbes, The Richest, and Celebrity Net Worth, among other reliable sources, we calculated the fortunes of the world’s top attorneys.
Peter Angelos
Value: $2 Billion
American trial lawyer and baseball executive Peter Angelos own the Baltimore Orioles to a large extent. Maryland retained him in 1996 to represent the state in its lawsuit against cigarette manufacturers. Meanwhile, Angelos established the Law Office of Peter Angelos and was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor for his contributions to the community.
Wichai iThongtang Wicai
An estimated $1.8 billion in assets
The second-wealthiest lawyer on the list is also one of the least well-known names on. He practiced law before switching careers and making his money as an investor, mostly through his share of Bangkok Dusit, a hospital management company. Additionally, he serves as chairman of Royal Orchid Hotel (Thailand), Grande Asset Hotels, and Wind Energy Holdings, in addition to TWZ and E For L Aim.
Richard Scruggs
Value: $1.7 Billion
Asbestos litigation brought Richard Scruggs, a former trial lawyer, and A6A naval aviator, to prominence on behalf of sick shipyard employees. In 1997, he also helped bring about a $246 billion settlement against the cigarette industry. Scruggs won $51 million in a national class action lawsuit against Lehman Brothers in 2003.
Jerry Reinsdorf
1.5 Billion Dollars in Wealth
The Chicago Bulls and the Chicago White Sox are both owned by American business magnate Jerry Reinsdorf. Prior to that, he was employed by the IRS as a tax attorney.
In 1973, Reinsdorf co-founded Balcor Company, which he eventually sold to American Express for a tidy sum.
William Lerach
Wealth: $9 billion
Former attorney William Lerach is no longer permitted to practice law. He was an expert in filing class action lawsuits on behalf of private investors in the Securities market. As a result of his class action case against Enron, he received $7.12 billion, setting a new American record. According to the New York Post, Lerach was able to get almost $45 billion back for the victims of fraud.
Bill Neukom
Investment Value: $850 Million
When it comes to the wealthiest attorneys, Bill Neukom has one of the most diversified company portfolios. To begin, he used to lead the business interests of the company that owned the San Francisco Giants baseball franchise. Soon after, he served as Microsoft’s top lawyer for over 25 years and as president of the American Bar Association. Neukom is now primarily occupied with his position as co-founder and chief executive officer of the World Justice Project.
Judy Sheindlin
To Put It Another Way, I’m Worth $460 Million
People claim that Judy Sheindlin earns $47 million per year as Judge Judy.
One of the most amazing continuous runs on network television, Sheindlin has been in the same position since 1996. In the meanwhile, she has written and released seven novels. Sheindlin reportedly made $147 million before taxes in 2017. She has amassed an incredible fortune and is among the most successful TV hosts of all time.
Felipe Gozon
At a minimum, you’re worth $400 million.
Filipino lawyer and head of GMA Network Inc., the country’s largest broadcasting company, Felipe Gozon is also an attorney. In addition to its broadcasting operations, GMA Network Inc. is involved in the film industry, the music industry, and other forms of media.
According to Forbes, Gozon’s fortune has exploded from $170 million to almost $400 million in the past 18 months.
Steuart Walton
Value at $300 Million Dollars
A practicing attorney and successful businessman, Steuart Walton is a director at retail giant Walmart. His family’s investment in Walmart, the largest retailer in the world in terms of revenue, has made him a member of the richest family in the United States. Steuart and his brother Tom Walton have started an investing firm called RZC Investments.
Adam Dell
According to Forbes, Adam Dell has a net worth of $210 million.
Adam Dell is the brother of Dell Inc. founder and computer tycoon Michael Dell, and he is a successful American venture investor in his own right. He earned his undergraduate degree from Tulane University and his law degree from the University of Texas. Adam spent several years as an in-house attorney before starting his own $100 million early-stage venture capital business in New York City, Impact Venture Partners.
Maryanne Trump Barry
The estimated wealth of Maryanne Trump Barry, President Trump’s daughter, is $200 million.
Maryanne Trump Barry is a former federal judge and an American attorney. Remarkably, she began her career in federal prosecution in 1974 and, by 1983, had been appointed to the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey by President Ronald Reagan. Barry reportedly earned between $184,500 and $217,600 in 2019, as reported by The New York Times
Willie E. Gary
Value at $175 Million Dollars
An American attorney, motivational speaker, and businessman, Willie E. Gary have won several multimillion-dollar settlements throughout the course of his career. After Disney allegedly stole his idea for the Wide World of Sports, he successfully sued the company in 2014 and was awarded $240 million. Then, Gary settled a contract dispute with the Loewen funeral home for $500 million. Gary’s $23 billion verdict against R.J. Reynolds was reversed on appeal in 2019.
Leon Rose
As of Right Now, Leon Rose is Worth $150 Million
Atty. Leon Rose is the president of the New York Knicks as well as a basketball executive and sports agent. The NBA team reportedly pays him $8 million each year in compensation.
Rose attended Temple University and graduated from the Beasley School of Law with a J.D. In addition, before becoming an executive, he represented players like Allen Iverson and LeBron James.
Robert Shapiro
Estimated Net Worth: $110 Million
One of the most famous cases in American legal history was O.J. Simpson and his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson v. Erik Melendez, and their defense attorney, Robert Shapiro, is most known for representing Erik Melendez. Additionally, Shapiro has represented such notables as Johnny Carson, Christian Brando, Eva Longoria, Rob Kardashian, and MLB stars José Canseco and Darryl Strawberry.
Notably, Shapiro co-founded two successful businesses: LegalZoom, a provider of legal technology, and ShoeDazzle, a subscription service for women’s footwear.
John Branca
Accumulated Wealth: $100 Million
John Branca is a lawyer and manager in the entertainment industry who mostly works with musicians, investors, publishers, and record companies. Branca has an impressive clientele list, having represented such luminaries as Michael Jackson, the Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, the Beach Boys, the Doors, Alicia Keys, and many more.
Jerry Falwell Jr.
The estimated worth of Jerry Falwell Jr. is $100 million.
Once his father Jerry Falwell Sr. passed away in 2007, his son Jerry Falwell Jr. took over as president of Liberty University. Celebrity Net Worth estimates that Falwell Jr. made $1.25 million during his time in office. In 2010, he stepped down from his post. As an interesting side note, his contract provided for a $10 million buyout should he decide to leave. While he was president, Liberty’s assets grew from $260 million to over $3 billion.
Roy Black
In terms of wealth, we may estimate $75,000,000
The American trial lawyer Roy Black has defended the likes of Justin Bieber, Jeffrey Epstein, and Rush Limbaugh in high-profile civil and criminal cases. Also in 1991, Black was successful in having rape accusations against William Kennedy Smith dismissed. A fixed price between $250,000 and $300,000 was reportedly what he charged Smith that year.
Jane Wanjiru Michuki
50 Million Dollars in Wealth
Jane Wanjiru Michuki is the Managing Partner of the Nairobi-based corporate legal company Kimani & Michuki Advocates, and she is also a successful entrepreneur, investor, and lawyer in her native Kenya. Equity Group Holdings Limited, the biggest bank holding corporation, is on the list of clients in her legal business.
David Falk
50 Million Dollars in Wealth
David Falk is a sports agent from the United States who specializes in representing NBA players. Since he did graduate from George Washington University Law School with a J.D., he makes the cut for the top earners among attorneys. Falk is undoubtedly most well-known for representing Michael Jordan for the whole of his professional career. He also founded FAME (Falk Associates Management Enterprises), which merged with Warner Bros. to form the WB Sports licensing firm.
Jason Oppenheim
50 Million Dollars in Wealth
Real estate broker and attorney Jason Oppenheim of the United States founded The Oppenheim Group, which specializes in representing buyers and sellers of high-end homes. In addition, Jason has his own reality show on Netflix called Selling Sunset. He has made over a billion dollars in sales and now has listings worth over a hundred million dollars.
