What is the hourly rate for an paralegal or legal secretary?
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What is the hourly rate for an paralegal or legal secretary?
 
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Softball Mom
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It depends on what city you work in and how big the firm you work for is. |
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VicSEO
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The opportunities for a paralegal really depends on the specialty. The most in demand paralegals are those in the litigation field; followed by corporate paralegals who are responsible for maintaining corporate records, articles of incorporation, etc. While the "least" markeable [but the "highest" paid] paralegals are in the field of intellectual property [i.e., patents, trademarks] and immigration law. In conclusion, choose your paralegal courses accordingly, with emphasis on litigation preparation [discovery], docketing/calendaring of incoming pleadings [calendaring] and trial preparation [creating Exhibit tabs, Bajii jury instructions, etc.]. The "pro" side of a litigation paralegal is often "unlimited" overtime which can amount to a high salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 per year, while the "downside," being constantly pressured to meet a monthly client billable quota. And failing to meet that quota, often results in the paralegal's overnight dismissal. It's not a pretty picture. I just want to lay out what really happens in the real world of litigators and their relationship with subordinate paralegals.
Good luck! |
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Just me........
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Depends on where....
In my company the office in Jersey pays more by an extra $6.00 an hour.
The office in Virgina only pays $14.00 an hour. |
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Lady G
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It really depends on what State/City you live in. The cost of living will make a difference too. I live in Tampa, FL and the going rate is around $11 to start. |
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lilnemo1986
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roughly $10-11 |
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