Legal PA Salary in San Francisco, CA

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How much does a Legal PA make in San Francisco, CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Legal PA in San Francisco, CA is $57,702. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,031 to $78,634, with most professionals earning between $43,047 and $97,692.

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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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Legal PA Salary By Experience Levels in San Francisco, CA

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Average Salary Range for Legal PA in San Francisco, CA

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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 San Francisco, CA. The base salary for Legal PA ranges from $50,031 to $78,634 with the average base salary of $57,702. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,031 to $78,634 with the average total cash compensation of $57,702.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $57,702 $50,031 - $78,634
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $57,702 $50,031 - $78,634
* 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 PA Salary Near San Francisco, CA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,031 - $78,634 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,830 - $76,747 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,830 - $76,747 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,028 - $70,771 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,750 - $76,621 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,423 - $71,392 COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
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