How much does a Paralegal II make in the United States? The average Paralegal II salary in the United States is $76,945 as of July 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $69,019 and $85,866. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Paralegal II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Paralegal II Salary $61,803 US July 25, 2023
25th Percentile Paralegal II Salary $69,019 US July 25, 2023
50th Percentile Paralegal II Salary $76,945 US July 25, 2023
75th Percentile Paralegal II Salary $85,866 US July 25, 2023
90th Percentile Paralegal II Salary $93,988 US July 25, 2023
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Job Description for Paralegal II

Paralegal II assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal II drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal II assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Paralegal II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
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City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
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City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
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