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Paralegal / Legal Assistant Salary

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Updated: 12 Jun 2013
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Paralegal / Legal Assistant 2013 Total Pay (?
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C$31,462 - C$64,895
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SalaryC$32,623 - C$62,399  
   
BonusC$0.00 - C$4,763  
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XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare).
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C$31,462 - C$64,895  
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Country: Canada | Currency: CAD | Updated: 12 Jun 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 340

Paralegal / Legal Assistant Tasks

  • Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
  • Prepare affidavits or other documents, maintain document file and file pleadings with court clerk.
  • Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts and real estate closing statements.
  • Investigate facts and law of cases to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
  • Assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts or preparing legal documents.
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Salary Range

Law OfficeC$32,370 - C$62,117
Legal ServicesC$32,500 - C$62,546
Litigation SupportC$31,763 - C$60,024
Insurance CarrierC$32,589 - C$62,254
Real Estate Property ManagementC$30,759 - C$59,730
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Key Statistics for Paralegal / Legal Assistant Salaries and Jobs

Female
95%
female alumni
 
Male
5%
male alumni
Salary:C$39,167 - C$56,885 C$34,024 - C$41,116
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
3%
1-4 years
34%
5-9 years
21%
10-19 years
16%
20 years or more
26%
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Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 71% dental benefits Dental: 67%
vision benefits Vision: 40% employee benefits None: 27%

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Paralegal / Legal Assistant

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