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How much does a Legal Asst make? The average Legal Asst salary is $52,684 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $46,557 and $60,764. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Job Openings for Legal Asst
Bilingual Legal Assistant - Paralegal
Rosasco Law Group APC - Rocklin , CA
Bilingual Spanish Legal Assistant or Paralegal - Full-time or Part-time Come join our team! Rosasco Law Group APC is a boutique law firm in Rocklin specializing in employment law. We are seeking a ...
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Part Time Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Based in Southern California
Slade Law - Los Angeles , CA
San Fernando Valley law practice seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal for an hourly contract position. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Work directly with principal regarding all aspects of legal practice * Assist ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Legal Assistant
Shook and Stone CHTD - Las Vegas , NV
The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to our attorneys specializing in workers' compensation cases. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and ...
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Legal Assistant
Law Offices of Anna R. Yum - San Diego , CA
The firm is very team-oriented, and we need an excellent, detail-oriented legal assistant who can hit the ground running. If you are reliable and committed to providing the highest level of care to ...
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Legal Assistant
Addison Group - Scottsdale , AZ
Legal Assistant Location : Scottsdale, AZ Pay Range : $55,000 - $65,000 Position Overview: Our client is seeking a service-oriented Legal Assistant to support a group of attorneys in their Scottsdale ...
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Legal Assistant - Litigation
Law Offices of Christian J. Amendt - Pomona , CA
We are looking for a Full Time Legal Assistant to join our team! Qualifications: * Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as a Legal Assistant Required Skills * Exceptional written and verbal ...
ZipRecruiter - 5 days ago

Legal Asst Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Legal Asst between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of May 28, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Legal Asst in each city.

Legal Asst Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $65,854
Washington, DC $58,637
Miami, FL $50,840
Chicago, IL $55,265
Boston, MA $59,058
New York, NY $61,534
Dallas, TX $51,999
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Average Salary Range for Legal Asst

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Legal Asst in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Asst in the United States. The base salary for Legal Asst ranges from $46,557 to $60,764 with the average base salary of $52,684. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $48,206 to $64,799 with the average total cash compensation of $55,366.

View Average Salary for Legal Asst as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $52,684 $46,557 - $60,764
Bonus $2,682 $1,649 - $4,036
Total Pay $55,366 $48,206 - $64,799
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Legal Asst

What's the difference between Asst. Professor - Legal Support and Legal Asst?
According to our latest salary estimation on May 28, 2024. The average salary of Legal Asst is $52,684, and the average salary of Asst. Professor - Legal Support is $65,156. The average salary of Asst. Professor - Legal Support is higher than Legal Asst. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
I am a Legal Asst, which location’s salary is higher, Mcallen, TX or Jersey City, NJ?
Jersey City, NJ typically sees higher pay than Mcallen, TX for Legal Asst. a Legal Asst Salary in Jersey City, NJ is $61,534 as of May 28, 2024; a Legal Asst Salary in Mcallen, TX is $45,308 as of May 28, 2024. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )

Legal Asst Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Legal Asst vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Legal Asst?
Salary ranges for a Legal Asst can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
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Last Update: May 28, 2024