Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Legal Support • Legal Careers
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. Excludes "Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants" (43-6012).
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Salary Distribution
National salary ranges for Paralegals and Legal Assistants (2024)
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Career Overview
💼 About This Career
Paralegals and Legal Assistants professionals work in legal careers, specifically in legal support. This role typically requires associate's degree and offers a median salary of $61,010.
📊 Job Market Outlook
The job growth outlook for Paralegals and Legal Assistants is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 367,220 people employed in this occupation nationwide.
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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.