How much does a Legal Assistant IV make in California? The average Legal Assistant IV salary in California is $113,167 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $97,491 and $128,941. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Legal Assistant IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Assistant IV Salary $83,218 CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Assistant IV Salary $97,491 CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Assistant IV Salary $113,167 CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Assistant IV Salary $128,941 CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Assistant IV Salary $143,303 CA May 28, 2024
25% $97,491 10% $83,218 90% $143,303 75% $128,941 $113,167 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Legal Assistant IV

Legal Assistant IV performs administrative and paralegal duties for attorneys or legal firms. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Legal Assistant IV drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Legal Assistant IV manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Assists with scheduling and client correspondence. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Legal Assistant IV independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Legal Assistant IV typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $108,139 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $109,678 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $113,577 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $107,934 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $105,164 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $111,936 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $108,447 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $102,189 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $125,171 Date Updated May 28, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $124,863 Date Updated May 28, 2024

Career Path for Legal Assistant IV

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For Legal Assistant IV, the upper level is Paralegal Supervisor and then progresses to Paralegal Manager.

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