Paralegal / Legal Assistant
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.
At a Glance
Paralegal / Legal Assistant earns an average of $60,450/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.5–3.7 years. Top skills: Filing, Detail Oriented, Communication.
$60,450/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.5–3.7 years
77
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Median Wage
$61,010/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.2%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (10)
Lawsuits
Legal Discovery
Legal Research
Legal Pleadings
Due Diligence
Real Estate
Calendar Management
Legal Depositions
Invoicing
Billing
Common Skills (20)
Filing
Detail Oriented
Communication
Research
Management
Multitasking
Verbal Communication Skills
Interpersonal Communications
Microsoft Office
Organizational Skills
Administrative Functions
Computer Literacy
Spreadsheets
Self-Starter
Coordinating
Memos
Related Specializations
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