How much does a Certified Paralegal make in Rockford, IL? The average Certified Paralegal salary in Rockford, IL is $67,597 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $60,061 and $76,522. 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: “A 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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We are seeking an experienced Estate Planning Certificated Paralegal with a minimum of 5 years' experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning law ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 15 days ago
Amaro Law Firm - Houston , TX
Certification from the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) or the American Alliance Certified Paralegal (AACP) credential offered by the American Alliance of Paralegals, Inc. Pay ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago
Donahue Fitzgerald - Oakland , CA
Donahue Fitzgerald LLP is seeking an experienced and certified Paralegal for our Employment and Litigation Practice groups in our Oakland office. This role will support our litigation and employment ...
ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago
Vaziri Law Group - City of Industry , CA
We are a resourceful, solution seeking, fast-paced and dynamic team that is currently seeking an experienced certified Paralegal to join our firm. The firm offers a generous compensation package and ...
ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago
Legacy Builders, Inc. - Concord , CA
Certified Paralegal required * At least a two-year degree (Legal or Administrative) * 2 years of land/asset sales and acquisitions and litigation/claims management paralegal experience * California ...
ZipRecruiter - 36 days ago
The Goldman Law Firm - Belvedere Tiburon , CA
Paralegal Certificate (Required) Work Location: In person
ZipRecruiter - 47 days ago
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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 Rockford, IL. The base salary for Certified Paralegal ranges from $60,061 to $76,522 with the average base salary of $67,597. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,942 to $79,885 with the average total cash compensation of $69,921.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $67,597 $60,061 - $76,522
Bonus $2,323 $1,881 - $3,363
Total Pay $69,921 $61,942 - $79,885
* 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.
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About Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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