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Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Paralegals assist attorneys by researching case law, drafting legal documents, organizing case files, and preparing for hearings and trials. Florida employs over 36,000 paralegals, with strong demand from personal injury, real estate, and immigration law firms. The Florida Bar does not license paralegals, though voluntary credentials like NALA's RP designation add professional credibility.

FL Median Salary
$60,650
Entry Salary
$38,600
Experienced
$86,030
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: RP (Registered Paralegal) via NALA or PACE via NFPA - voluntary

Career Path

  1. Legal Secretary
  2. Paralegal
  3. Senior Paralegal
  4. Paralegal Supervisor/Legal Operations Manager

Top Florida Employers

Holland & KnightGreenberg TraurigCarlton FieldsAkermanCounty public defenders/prosecutorsCorporate legal departments (Disney/NextEra)Personal injury law firms

Related Programs

  • Paralegal Studies AAS
  • Legal Studies Certificate
  • Business Administration AS
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