Paralegals and Legal Assistant Career

Job Description: 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.


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Paralegals and Legal Assistant Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$66,510

Median Hourly Wage

$31.98*

Total Employed Nationally

367,220


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.