Certified Paralegal Salary in Trenton, NJ

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How much does a Certified Paralegal make in Trenton, NJ? The average Certified Paralegal salary in Trenton, NJ is $74,779 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $66,442 and $84,651. 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 Trenton, NJ

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 - 2 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 - 17 days ago

Paralegal

Kasdan Turner Thomson Booth LLP - Irvine , CA

An industry leading plaintiffs' law firm is seeking a certified Paralegal for its Irvine office. The successful candidate will work in a team with 3 attorneys and 3 paralegals in a fast-paced but ...

ZipRecruiter - 25 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 - 48 days ago

Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury

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 - 36 days ago

Paralegal

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 - 59 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 Trenton, NJ

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

66442

84651

74779

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

68521

88370

77349

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 Trenton, NJ. The base salary for Certified Paralegal ranges from $66,442 to $84,651 with the average base salary of $74,779. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,521 to $88,370 with the average total cash compensation of $77,349.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$74,779	$66,442 - $84,651
Bonus	$2,569	$2,079 - $3,720
Total Pay	$77,349	$68,521 - $88,370

* 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 Trenton, NJ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE East Brunswick, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,170 - $88,127	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE New Brunswick, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,170 - $88,127	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Somerset, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,895 - $87,776	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Sayreville, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,170 - $88,127	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Doylestown, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,526 - $84,758	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ
CITY, STATE Edison, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,644 - $87,457	COMPARE TO Trenton, NJ

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About Trenton, New Jersey

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) of land and 0.507 square mile (1.313 km2) of water (6.21%). Several bridges across the Delaware River – the Trenton–Morrisville Toll Bridge, Lower Trenton Bridge and Calhoun Street Bridge – connect Trenton to Morrisville, Pennsylvania, all of which are operated by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission. Trenton is located near the exact geographic center of the state, which is 5 miles (8.0 km) located southeast of Trenton. The city is so...

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About Trenton, New Jersey According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

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