How much does a Legal PA make in Lafayette, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal PA in Lafayette, LA is $43,365. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,592 to $59,092, with most professionals earning between $32,336 and $73,410.

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What is a Legal PA?

A Legal PA, or Legal Personal Assistant, provides administrative and secretarial support to lawyers and legal professionals. They are responsible for managing schedules, organizing meetings and appointments, drafting legal documents, and maintaining client files. They may also be tasked with conducting legal research, preparing court filings, and assisting with case management. Additionally, Legal PAs may handle correspondence, communicate with clients, and coordinate with other legal staff to ensure the smooth operation of the legal office. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal terminology and procedures are essential for this role.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Legal PA in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Legal PA in Lafayette, LA. The base salary for Legal PA ranges from $37,592 to $59,092 with the average base salary of $43,365. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,592 to $59,092 with the average total cash compensation of $43,365.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $43,365 $37,592 - $59,092
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $43,365 $37,592 - $59,092
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,372 - $58,745 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Baton Rouge, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,505 - $62,099 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Houma, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,310 - $61,792 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,524 - $60,556 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,436 - $57,274 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,306 - $61,785 COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
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About Lafayette, Louisiana    Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). Accordin....More

Lafayette, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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