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Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salary in the United States

How much does an Asst. Professor - Legal Support make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Asst. Professor - Legal Support in the United States is $71,558 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,931
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,975 to $81,175
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,340
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Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $81,175 $6,765 $1,561 $39
Average $71,558 $5,963 $1,376 $34
25th Percentile $60,975 $5,081 $1,173 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salaries

An Asst. Professor - Legal Support's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Instructor - Legal Support (0-0 years): $64,481
  • Asst. Professor - Legal Support (0-0 years): $71,558
  • Assoc. Professor - Legal Support (0-0 years): $79,671
  • Professor - Legal Support (0-0 years): $92,550
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Instructor - Legal Support0-0 years$64,481
Asst. Professor - Legal Support0-0 years$71,558
Assoc. Professor - Legal Support0-0 years$79,671
Professor - Legal Support0-0 years$92,550
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How Do Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Asst. Professor - Legal Supports. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,229.
  • California: $78,928.
  • Massachusetts: $77,877.

Top Paying Cities for Asst. Professor - Legal Supports

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $90,256
  • San Francisco: $89,369
  • Oakland: $87,387

What Skills Can Increase an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.67% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Health Sciences (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): Health science is the application of science to health including the study of medicine, nutrition, and other health-related topics.
  • Collective Bargaining (Mentioned in 1.11% Job Postings): Collective bargaining is a process of negotiation between employers and a group of employees aimed at agreements to regulate working salaries, working conditions, benefits, and other aspects of workers' compensation and rights for workers. The interests of the employees are commonly presented by representatives of a trade union to which the employees belong. The collective agreements reached by these negotiations usually set out wage scales, working hours, training, health and safety, overtime, grievance mechanisms, and rights to participate in workplace or company affairs. The union may negotiate with a single employer (who is typically representing a company's shareholders) or may negotiate with a group of businesses, depending on the country, to reach an industry-wide agreement. A collective agreement functions as a labour contract between an employer and one or more unions. Collective bargaining consists of the process of negotiation between representatives of a union and employers (generally represented by management, or, in some countries such as Austria, Sweden and the Netherlands, by an employers' organization) in respect of the terms and conditions of employment of employees, such as wages, hours of work, working conditions, grievance procedures, and about the rights and responsibilities of trade unions. The parties often refer to the result of the negotiation as a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or as a collective employment agreement (CEA).
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.67%
Health Sciences 2.22%
Collective Bargaining 1.11%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's salary.
  • Legal Documents: Can increase your salary by up to 66%.
  • Intellectual Property: Can increase your salary by up to 59%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 59%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Legal Documents
$118,786
66%
Intellectual Property
$113,777
59%
Leadership
$113,777
59%
Data Privacy
$113,062
58%
Analysis
$105,906
48%
Attention to Detail
$105,190
47%
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How Education impacts an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Asst. Professor - Legal Supports enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Asst. Professor - Legal Support with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,428 and $67,404).

Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Asst. Professor - Legal Support
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 100.0%
High School 0.0%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 100.0%
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Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Asst. Professor - Legal Support's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Asst. Professor - Legal Support, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Asst. Professor - Legal Support Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Assoc. Professor - Architecture $88,251 23%
Assoc. Professor - Biology $78,897 10%
Assoc. Professor - Chemical Engineering $109,066 52%
Assoc. Professor - Civil Engineering $105,991 48%

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FAQ about Asst. Professor - Legal Support

1. Where can an Asst. Professor - Legal Support earn the most?

An Asst. Professor - Legal Support's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Asst. Professor - Legal Support earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Asst. Professor - Legal Support is $90,256.

2. What is the highest pay for Asst. Professor - Legal Support?

The highest pay for Asst. Professor - Legal Support is $89,931.

3. What is the lowest pay for Asst. Professor - Legal Support?

The lowest pay for Asst. Professor - Legal Support is $51,340.

4. What are the responsibilities of Asst. Professor - Legal Support?

Teaches courses in the discipline area of legal services. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and contributes to research in a specialized field.

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