Occupation ยท SOC 23-2011
Paralegals and Legal Assistants: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of paralegals and legal assistants can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 367,220 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $61,010 ($29.33 an hour).
US employment
367,220
Median annual wage
$61,010
Mean annual wage
$66,510
Median hourly wage
$29.33
Education and training
Typical education
Associate's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$99,300
- Washington$78,010
- Massachusetts$74,990
- Colorado$73,380
- California$72,960
Top 5 after cost of living
- District of Columbia$90,350
- Washington$72,900
- Colorado$71,210
- Massachusetts$70,910
- Minnesota$68,260
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants | $74,260 | $13,250 (+21.7%) | 3 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Lawyers | $151,160 | $90,150 (+147.8%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | $67,710 | $6,700 (+11.0%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers | $115,230 | $54,220 (+88.9%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Compliance Officers | $78,420 | $17,410 (+28.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Accountants and Auditors | $81,680 | $20,670 (+33.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California45,740
- 2. Florida37,410
- 3. Texas28,770
- 4. New York28,510
- 5. Georgia14,480
- 6. Pennsylvania14,130
- 7. Illinois12,430
- 8. North Carolina12,270
- 9. New Jersey11,720
- 10. Washington9,070
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$99,300
- 2. Washington$78,010
- 3. Massachusetts$74,990
- 4. Colorado$73,380
- 5. California$72,960
- 6. Minnesota$67,320
- 7. New York$66,390
- 8. Oregon$63,970
- 9. Maryland$63,560
- 10. Connecticut$63,260
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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