How much does a Legal Assistant I make in New Mexico? The average Legal Assistant I salary in New Mexico is $57,502 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $48,345 and $67,565. 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 I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $40,009 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $48,345 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $57,502 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $67,565 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Assistant I Salary $76,727 NM March 26, 2024
25% $48,345 10% $40,009 90% $76,727 75% $67,565 $57,502 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $54,321 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $58,001 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $55,631 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $58,624 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $58,001 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $57,876 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $54,695 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $58,001 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $56,192 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $58,001 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Legal Assistant I

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

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