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Paralegals and Legal Assistants in The United States

(Personal auxiliar jurídico no titulados y titulados)

Paralegals and Legal Assistants -- Assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal documents. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)23-2011.00
Career InterestsCIE
Minimum education required(Associate)
Associate's degree
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)1.2 (moderate growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)325,700
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)364,800
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)40,400
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$32,160
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$55,020
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$82,500
Career ClusterLaw, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
(Ley, seguridad pública y seguridad)
Major Occupational GroupLegal

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