Legal Asst Salary in Orlando, Florida

How much does a Legal Asst make in Orlando, FL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal Asst in Orlando, FL is $52,850. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,988 to $61,897, with most professionals earning between $39,741 and $70,134.

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What is a Legal Asst?

A legal assistant provides support to lawyers and paralegals by conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, organizing and maintaining files, and assisting with administrative tasks. They may also communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal cases, as well as schedule appointments and manage calendars. Additionally, legal assistants may be responsible for preparing and filing court documents, and assisting with trial preparation and other litigation tasks. They must have a strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills.

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Common responsibilities of a Legal Asst

Assisting with the preparation of discovery requests and responses.

September 01, 2023

Assisting with the preparation of trial materials and exhibits.

September 05, 2023

Assisting with the preparation and filing of court documents and pleadings.

September 12, 2023

Assisting attorneys with legal research and drafting legal documents.

September 16, 2023

Maintaining and updating case management systems and databases.

September 21, 2023

Coordinating and scheduling meetings, depositions, and court appearances.

October 07, 2023

Communicating with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters.

October 15, 2023

Conducting factual investigations and gathering evidence.

October 31, 2023

Managing and organizing legal files and documents.

November 02, 2023

Providing administrative support to attorneys, such as managing calendars and handling correspondence.

November 14, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Legal Asst in Orlando, FL

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

45988

61897

52850

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

47700

65092

55255

What is the average salary for Legal Asst in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal Asst in Orlando, FL. The base salary for Legal Asst ranges from $45,988 to $61,897 with the average base salary of $52,850. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,700 to $65,092 with the average total cash compensation of $55,255.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$52,850	$45,988 - $61,897
Bonus	$2,405	$1,712 - $3,195
Total Pay	$55,255	$47,700 - $65,092

* 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.

Legal Asst Salary Near Orlando, FL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Daytona Beach, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,000 - $59,222	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Melbourne, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,327 - $59,661	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Palm Bay, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,327 - $59,661	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Spring Hill, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,764 - $61,595	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Brandon, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,173 - $62,146	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL
CITY, STATE Tampa, FL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,173 - $62,146	COMPARE TO Orlando, FL

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About Orlando, Florida

Orlando (/ɔːrˈlændoʊ/) is a city in the U.S. state of Florida and the county seat of Orange County. Located in Central Florida, it is the center of the Orlando metropolitan area, which had a population of 2,509,831, according to U.S. Census Bureau figures released in July 2017. These figures make it the 23rd-largest metropolitan area in the United States, the sixth-largest metropolitan area in the Southern United States, and the third-largest metropolitan area in Florida. As of 2015, Orlando had an estimated city-proper population of 280,257, making it the 73rd-largest city in the United State...

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