Legal Assistant Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

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How much does a Legal Assistant make in Boston, MA? The average Legal Assistant salary in Boston, MA is $78,211 as of December 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $69,281 and $88,320. 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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Legal Assistant
FSA Federal - Albuquerque , NM
We currently have a vacancy for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant II. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO). If you are looking for a ...
iHire - 1 day ago
Family Law Legal Assistant
Boyamian Law Partners, LLP - Glendale , CA
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our family law practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of family law procedures, have excellent organizational and ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Job Opportunity: Legal Assistant - Estate Planning
De Vore Recruiting - Los Angeles , CA
Summary: We are looking for an exceptional legal assistant to assist in the day-to-day functions for our estate planning practice group. Our ideal candidate is trustworthy, responsible, well ...
Matador Jobs - 46 days ago
Office Manager
Stover, Gadd, & Associates - Twin Falls , ID
Provide administrative assistance to attorneys and legal assistants * Use payroll software and oversee HR responsibilities for a small office * Perform other office tasks ​ Qualifications
ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago
Paralegal (Chinese Required)
LaShine Law Office - San Marino , CA
Analyze legal documents, regulations, and statutes to assist attorneys in case strategy. * Draft legal documents such as petition letters, affidavits, and discovery materials. * Prepare and file ...
ZipRecruiter - Today
Sr Assistant General Counsel, Privacy
Exact Sciences Careers - Madison , WI
Provide legal advice to the Chief Privacy Officer and other members of the Global Privacy Office to streamline global privacy operations.* Provide legal support and advice to the Chief Information ...
Click To Hired US (JobSwipe) - 1 day ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Assistant in Boston, MA. The base salary for Legal Assistant ranges from $69,281 to $88,320 with the average base salary of $78,211. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $70,830 to $91,033 with the average total cash compensation of $80,087.

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About Boston, Massachusetts    Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

Boston, Massachusetts  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

Legal Assistant Salary in popular cities: Worcester, Springfield, Lowell

Skills associated with Legal Assistant: Filing

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