How much does a Legal Assistant II make in New Mexico? The average Legal Assistant II salary in New Mexico is $67,956 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,774 and $76,610. 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 II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Assistant II Salary $52,325 NM March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Assistant II Salary $59,774 NM March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Assistant II Salary $67,956 NM March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Assistant II Salary $76,610 NM March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Assistant II Salary $84,490 NM March 26, 2024
25% $59,774 10% $52,325 90% $84,490 75% $76,610 $67,956 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Legal Assistant II

Legal Assistant II 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 II 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 II 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 II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Legal Assistant II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $64,197 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $68,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $65,744 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $69,282 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $68,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $68,398 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $64,639 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $68,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $66,408 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $68,545 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Legal Assistant II

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

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