Legal Assistant III Salary in New Jersey

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Legal Assistant III Salary in New Jersey

How much does a Legal Assistant III make in New Jersey? The average Legal Assistant III salary in New Jersey is $98,142 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $86,944 and $109,805. 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.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legal Assistant III Salary $76,749 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Legal Assistant III Salary $86,944 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Legal Assistant III Salary $98,142 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Legal Assistant III Salary $109,805 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Legal Assistant III Salary $120,424 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $86,944 10% $76,749 90% $120,424 75% $109,805 $98,142 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Legal Assistant III

Legal Assistant III 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 III 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 III 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 III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Legal Assistant III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Weinberg, Kaplan & Smith, P.A. - Marlton, NJ
    Weinberg Kaplan & Smith, P.A. is seeking an experienced Family Law Legal Asst/Paralegal for our Marlton, New Jersey office. This is an entry level position...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Margolis Edelstein - Berkeley Heights, NJ
    Margolis Edelstein, a premier insurance defense firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Berkeley Heights team. We are looking for a self-motivated in...
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  • Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP - Newark, NJ
    Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced legal assistant to join our Newark office. We ...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • CivicMinds, Inc - Florham Park, NJ
    Position: Attorney. Location: Florham Park, NJ. Type: Full Time [On-Site]. About the job. The Client, a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm with a nationa...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Kruse Law LLC - Wayne, NJ
    Company Description. The Kruse Law Firm is searching for a legal assistant to join the Wayne, NJ office Full-Time. Role Description. This is a full-time on...
    - 5 Days Ago

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $101,187 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $102,977 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $103,067 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $101,097 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $104,589 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $101,187 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $99,664 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $100,470 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $103,067 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $101,187 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Legal Assistant III

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

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