How much do paralegals earn? That is the MILLION DOLLAR question, and we have the answer.
So how much do paralegals earn? Here are some facts:
- A typical starting salary is from $20 – $35 per hour for entry-level paralegals. There is a BIG difference between $20 and $35. If you want to earn on the higher end of that range you will want to have VALUABLE skills that attorneys desire in a paralegal.
- Experienced paralegals working in the government and large law firms can routinely earn over $80,000, even WITHOUT A COLLEGE DEGREE.
- Highly skilled paralegals, especially those who become experienced in legal writing, legal research, and litigation, can command salaries over $100,000
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