Paralegals and Legal Assistants
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Median Yearly Income
$60,438
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+3.97%
What do Paralegals and Legal Assistants do?
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.
Career Interests Areas
- Conventional
- Investigative
- Enterprising
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.