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Statewide

Typical Degree: High school diploma or equivalent

Employed as of 2022: N/A

2032 Projected Openings: N/A

Entry Level Salary: $38,130

Median Salary: $47,980

Experienced Level Salary: $77,990

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2032 Projected Openings:

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

Law and Government

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Administrative

Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Abilities

Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Institutions With Associated Majors
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University of the Cumberlands

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$13,835
Graduation
Graduation Rate
46.2 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$14,911

Eastern Kentucky University

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Associate
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$10,158
Graduation
Graduation Rate
48.5 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$22,500

University of Louisville

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$18,277
Graduation
Graduation Rate
62.3 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$20,500

Madisonville Community College

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$5,023
Graduation
Graduation Rate
54.6 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$8,450

Gateway Community and Technical College

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Associate
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$6,764
Graduation
Graduation Rate
51.4 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$10,711

Western Kentucky University

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Degrees Offered For This Major:
  • Certificate
  • Associate
  • Bachelor
Cost
Cost of Attendance
$12,329
Graduation
Graduation Rate
52.5 %
Completion
Median Loan Debt
$22,095
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Graduation cap
TYPICAL EDUCATION REQUIRED
Associate's degree
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ANNUAL SALARY
Entry   $23,880 Median   $52,000 Experienced   $81,760
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JOB OUTLOOK - Percent Change Through 2032
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Training
TYPICAL TRAINING
None
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Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Graduation cap
TYPICAL EDUCATION REQUIRED
Associate's degree
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ANNUAL SALARY
Entry   $37,690 Median   $49,800 Experienced   $74,490
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JOB OUTLOOK - Percent Change Through 2032
Growing by 3.52%
Training
TYPICAL TRAINING
None
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