▼35%
C$55,449
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$38k
MEDIAN
CA$55k
90%
CA$68k
The average salary for a Legal Secretary is C$55,449 in 2023
Base Salary
C$38k - C$68k
Bonus
C$483 - C$5k
Total Pay
C$36k - C$67k
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Common Health Benefits for a Legal Secretary
Medical
51%
Dental
49%
Vision
35%
None
47%
Gender Breakdown for Legal Secretaries
Female
97.2%
Prefer to self-define
2.8%
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FAQs About Legal Secretaries
What is the highest pay for Legal Secretaries?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Legal Secretary is CA$68k / year
What is the lowest pay for Legal Secretaries?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Legal Secretary is CA$38k / year
How can Legal Secretaries increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Legal Secretary is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Legal Secretary that oversees more junior Legal Secretaries, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.