Managing Paralegal Salary in Chicago, Illinois

How much does a Managing Paralegal make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Managing Paralegal in Chicago, IL is $110,059. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $96,685 to $125,979, with most professionals earning between $84,508 and $140,472.

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What is a Managing Paralegal?

The Managing Paralegal is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the paralegal team within a law firm or legal department. This includes assigning and delegating tasks, providing guidance and support to paralegals, and ensuring that all work is completed accurately and on time. The Managing Paralegal may also be involved in hiring and training new paralegals, as well as evaluating the performance of existing staff. Additionally, they may assist with case management, legal research, and drafting legal documents as needed. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for this role, as well as a thorough understanding of legal procedures and terminology.

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What does a Managing Paralegal do?

Common responsibilities of a Managing Paralegal

Act as a liaison between the paralegal team and attorneys, ensuring effective communication and collaboration on case management and client matters.

September 17, 2023

Assist in the preparation and management of budgets, as well as tracking and reporting on departmental expenses and performance metrics.

September 24, 2023

Stay current on legal and regulatory developments, and disseminate relevant information to the paralegal team to ensure compliance and best practices.

October 22, 2023

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the paralegal department, including managing workloads, deadlines, and priorities.

October 23, 2023

Monitor and manage the utilization of resources, including technology, research tools, and support staff, to optimize productivity and cost-effectiveness.

October 24, 2023

Supervise and manage a team of paralegals, including assigning tasks, providing guidance and support, and conducting performance evaluations.

October 28, 2023

Assist in the hiring and training of new paralegals, as well as providing ongoing professional development and training opportunities for existing staff.

November 06, 2023

Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the paralegal department.

November 08, 2023

Handle escalated or complex paralegal tasks, providing support and expertise as needed.

November 11, 2023

Review and approve work product produced by paralegals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.

November 14, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Managing Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

96685

125979

110059

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

100908

140525

119323

What is the average salary for Managing Paralegal in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Managing Paralegal in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Managing Paralegal ranges from $96,685 to $125,979 with the average base salary of $110,059. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $100,908 to $140,525 with the average total cash compensation of $119,323.

View Average Salary for Managing Paralegal as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$110,059	$96,685 - $125,979
Bonus	$9,264	$4,224 - $14,547
Total Pay	$119,323	$100,908 - $140,525

* 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.

Managing Paralegal Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,685 - $125,979	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,685 - $125,979	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,573 - $125,832	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,647 - $125,930	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,647 - $125,930	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,664 - $123,345	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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About Chicago, Illinois

Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third most populous city in the United States. With an estimated population of 2,716,450 (2017), it is the most populous city in the Midwest. Chicago is the principal city of the Chicago metropolitan area, often referred to as Chicagoland, and the county seat of Cook County, the second most populous county in the United States. The metropolitan area, at nearly 10 million people, is the third-largest in the United States, and the fourth largest in North A...

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