Legal Assistant I Salary in Bangor, Maine

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Legal Assistant I Salary in Bangor, ME

How much does a Legal Assistant I make in Bangor, ME? The average Legal Assistant I salary in Bangor, ME is $59,908 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $50,367 and $70,388. 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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10th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $41,680 Bangor,ME April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $50,367 Bangor,ME April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $59,908 Bangor,ME April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $70,388 Bangor,ME April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $79,929 Bangor,ME April 24, 2024
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Job Description for Legal Assistant I

Legal Assistant I 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 I 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 I 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 I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Legal Assistant I in Bangor, ME
  • Preti Flaherty - Portland, ME
    Legal Assistant. Preti Flaherty’s Legal Assistants play a key role in advancing the mission and goals of the Firm by providing key administrative and other...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Bonney Staffing - Lewiston, ME
    Compensation. Bonney Staffing. has partnered with a local company that employs several long term staff (30-40 years working at the company. ). They offer a...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources - Augusta, ME
    Secretary Associate Legal. Augusta, ME | Administrative & Office Support | Full-time. Apply by: April 22, 2024. Apply with Linkedin Apply. Opening Date: Ap...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • State of Maine - Augusta, ME
    Secretary Associate Legal - Child Protection Division. Opening Date: April 11, 2024. Closing Date: April 26, 2024. Job Class Code: 6556. Grade: 17. Salary:...
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  • Maine State Gov - Augusta, ME
    Maine State Gov - JobID: fk033md [Administrative Assistant / Receptionist] As a Secretary Associate at the State of Maine, you'll: Draft complaints for all...
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Career Path for Legal Assistant I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Legal Assistant I, the upper level is Legal Assistant II and then progresses to Paralegal Supervisor.

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Legal Assistant I Pay Difference by Location

Legal Assistant I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Legal Assistant I, the highest Legal Assistant I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Legal Assistant I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Legal Assistant I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Legal Assistant I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Bangor, Maine    Bangor is located at 44°48′N 68°48′W / 44.8°N 68.8°W / 44.8; -68.8. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 34.5....More

Bangor, Maine  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Bangor, Maine

Legal Assistant I Salary in popular cities: Portland, Lewiston, South Portland

Skills associated with Legal Assistant I: Legal Document Review, Legal Terminology, Proofreading, Record Keeping ...More

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