Certified Paralegal Salary in Olympia, WA

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How much does a Certified Paralegal make in Olympia, WA? The average Certified Paralegal salary in Olympia, WA is $72,483 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $64,401 and $82,051. 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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What is a Certified Paralegal?

A Certified Paralegal or certified legal assistant is the title of paralegals in the United States who have met certain education and work experience requirements and have passed one of a number of available certification exams. The primary function of paralegals is to assist attorneys in the delivery of legal services. According to the American Bar Association: â€œA legal assistant or paralegal is a person, qualified by education, training and/or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other entity and who performs specifically ...

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Job Openings for Certified Paralegal in Olympia, WA

Paralegal - Family Law

Candelaria LLP - Walnut Creek , CA

Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred) Language: * any other languages? (Preferred) License/Certification: * paralegal certification (Preferred) * Work Location: In person

LinkedIn - 8 days ago

Paralegal - Litigation - Hybrid Position

Skepsis Legal Solutions - Post Falls , ID

Certified Paralegal * > 2 years of paralegal experience in commercial litigation * Familiar with complex legal litigation (multi-party cases) * Commercial litigation experience a plus * Ability to ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 12 days ago

Litigation Paralegal

Strategic Employment Partners (SEP) - Irvine , CA

Looking for a Litigation Paralegal (Certified Paralegal) with experience in Civil Litigation matters as well as overseeing legal processes. Ability to mentor other paralegals a plus. Ideal candidates ...

LinkedIn - 18 days ago

Paralegal

Judit Inc - Austin , TX

Paralegal Certification (Required) SCHEDULE: Full Time COMPENSATION: $40-50/hr.

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 19 days ago

Litigation Paralegal

The Legacy Lawyers, P.C. - Irvine , CA

Paralegal Certification We see every day as one more chance to create a lifelong difference in the lives of our clients. We are a fast growing high-conflict estate, trust, and conservatorship ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 27 days ago

Litigation Paralegal

AGG Legal Staffing - Redwood City , CA

Paralegal certificate from an ABA certified paralegal program preferred * Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and/or Google Slides * Proficiency ...

LinkedIn - 58 days ago

What does a Certified Paralegal do?

Common responsibilities of a Certified Paralegal

Create policies and procedures for all steps of the process.

December 22, 2022

Demonstrate a high degree of discretion, confidentiality and integrity in the handling of personal client information, including following the Rules of Professional Conduct.

January 01, 2023

Attend hearings if needed.

February 05, 2023

Prepare closing packet for signing, witness signing of legal documents.

February 17, 2023

Assist with review and preparation of standard contracts and basic contract summaries.

March 07, 2023

Support and administer legal records on different electronic media, including corporate minute books and records, policies, guidelines, compliance files and other legal data.

March 14, 2023

Manage and report on intakes and cases.

March 24, 2023

Suggest improvements in procedures to prepare for growth.

April 02, 2023

Train call center staff on entire SSD process.

April 21, 2023

Review cases and provide feedback on approval possibilities.

April 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Certified Paralegal in Olympia, WA

Average Base Salary

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64401

82051

72483

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

66419

85656

74973

What is the average salary for Certified Paralegal in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Certified Paralegal in Olympia, WA. The base salary for Certified Paralegal ranges from $64,401 to $82,051 with the average base salary of $72,483. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,419 to $85,656 with the average total cash compensation of $74,973.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$72,483	$64,401 - $82,051
Bonus	$2,490	$2,019 - $3,605
Total Pay	$74,973	$66,419 - $85,656

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Certified Paralegal Salary Near Olympia, WA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Lacey, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,814 - $81,303	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Lakewood, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,960 - $84,038	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Tacoma, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,960 - $84,038	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Federal Way, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,960 - $84,038	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Auburn, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,960 - $84,038	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA
CITY, STATE Bremerton, WA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,241 - $84,396	COMPARE TO Olympia, WA

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About Olympia, Washington

Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Treaty of Medicine Creek initiated in 1854, and the Treaty of Olympia initiated in January 1856. Olympia was incorporated as a town on January 28, 1859, and as a City in 1882. The population was 46,479 as of the 2010 census, making it the 24th largest city in the state. The city borders Lacey to the east and Tumwater to the south. Olympia is a cultural center of the southern Puget Sound region. Olympia is located 60 miles (100 km) southwest of Seat...

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