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How much do legal assistant evening jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal assistant evening in the United States is $48,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the most a legal assistant can make?

Legal assistants' salaries vary based on experience, location, and employer, but top earners can make around $60,000 to $70,000 annually. Advanced skills, certifications, and working in large firms or metropolitan areas can increase earning potential.

Who gets paid more, paralegal or legal assistant?

Generally, paralegals tend to earn higher salaries than legal assistants because they often have more advanced training, certifications, and responsibilities. Legal assistants typically perform administrative and clerical tasks, while paralegals handle more substantive legal work, which can influence compensation levels.

How many hours do legal assistants work?

Legal assistants typically work full-time hours, which are usually around 40 hours per week. However, some positions may require evening or overtime hours depending on case deadlines and firm needs, especially in busy legal environments.

Can paralegals make $100,000?

Legal assistants and paralegals can earn $100,000 or more annually, especially with significant experience, specialized skills, or working in high-paying industries or locations. Advancement opportunities, certifications, and additional responsibilities can also contribute to higher salaries in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Legal Assistant Evening position, and why are they important?

A Legal Assistant Evening typically requires a solid understanding of legal terminology, document preparation, and administrative procedures, often supported by a certificate or associate’s degree in paralegal studies or legal assisting. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and office productivity tools is commonly expected. Strong attention to detail, organizational abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that evening legal operations continue smoothly, deadlines are met, and attorneys are effectively supported outside of normal business hours.

What are the typical responsibilities and work routines for an evening legal assistant?

As a Legal Assistant Evening, you will often be tasked with preparing and proofreading legal documents, managing filings, and handling correspondence that arises after regular office hours. You may also assist with legal research, document review, updating case files, and helping attorneys prepare for next-day court appearances or client meetings. The work is generally more independent, but close communication with attorneys and other legal staff is still necessary through email or work management systems. Evening shifts can help law firms ensure continuous operations and quick client response, making your contributions particularly valuable. This role can also offer great learning opportunities for those interested in advancing to paralegal or legal specialist positions.

What is a Legal Assistant Evening job?

A Legal Assistant Evening job involves providing administrative and legal support to attorneys outside of regular business hours. This role typically includes preparing documents, conducting research, managing case files, and handling client communications. Evening legal assistants may work in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government offices, ensuring that legal operations continue smoothly after hours. This position is ideal for those who need a flexible schedule or are pursuing legal studies during the day.

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Adjunct Associate Professor of Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies Pool

Adjunct Associate Professor of Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies Pool

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA • On-site

$72.01 - $107.49/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Salary: $72.01 - $107.49 Hourly
Location : Stockton, CA (Main Campus)
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2024-00048
Department: Social Science, Education, and Public Service
Opening Date: 07/02/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CTA
Calendar: Adjunct Faculty (Assigned by Department/TrAC)
Additional Salary Information: Initial annual salary within a given range varies, depending upon units/degrees completed at accredited institutions and experience.
Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours.
Description
Under the general supervision of the Division Dean of Applied Science, Business and Technology, the Adjunct Associate Professor of Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies teaches organized classes primarily in the Law discipline; the primary responsibility is to teach up to 10 units (part-time) in the assigned discipline.
Responsibilities and Duties
Duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following:
  1. Instruct courses in Law in accordance with credit course outlines approved by the Board of Trustees.
  2. Maintain expertise in current teaching methods, discipline knowledge, and discipline specific technologies.
  3. Assist students in achieving stated course objectives. Evaluate the progress of each student and notify students in need of counseling services and/or tutorial assistance. Track student learning outcomes and maintain records of student learning outcomes.
  4. Participate in the departmental process of curriculum review, modification, and the assessment of student learning outcomes in order to make the program successful.
  5. Support the Division Dean in cooperating with campus and community groups to provide programs, courses, and information relevant to the needs of the students and various programs.
  6. Coordinate with other faculty in the selection of textbooks, audiovisual and other instructional materials.
  7. Complete various reporting procedures as required for student evaluation, course reporting, equipment and supply purchases and tracking, and budget development.
  8. Assist the Division Dean in the preparation of required reports by providing requested information.
  9. Attend various departmental, divisional and campus-wide activities and events as required.
  10. Plan and complete approved professional development flex activities each semester.
  11. Perform other necessary duties as assigned by the Division Dean and as outlined in Board Policy.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Any bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional experience; OR any associate's degree and six (6) years of professional experience
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience in teaching postsecondary courses in Law, Paralegal Studies, and/or Legal Assisting, such as, but not limited to, theoretical concepts and practical skills needed for paralegal/legal assistant employment and related law and/or paralegal/legal assistant studies courses pursuant to the guidelines of the American Bar Association Standing Committee for the approval of paralegal programs;
  • Experience and willingness to assist with mock trial team courses, coaching, training, critiquing, team and volunteer recruiting and retention, event planning and preparation, marketing, scheduling, rehearsals, competitions, rule and law interpretation and explanation, fundraising, traveling, and related activities.
  • Current experience as an attorney and/or paralegal/legal assistant or working with paralegal/legal assistants in fields of law related to courses and programs offered by the college.
  • Computer literacy in legal software, on-line legal research tools, legal technology, and application programs.
  • CORE Registered Paralegal, PACE Registered Paralegal, Certified Paralegal (CP), Certified Legal Assistant (CLA), Professional Paralegal (PP), American Alliance Certified Paralegal (AACP), Legal Nurse Consultant Certified (LNCC), and/or Certified Legal Manager certification.
  • Current training in the paralegal or related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniques to different levels of students' ability and learning styles.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniques to students from different cultures and ethnic groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to use innovative and creative teaching techniques and equipment, including the use of multimedia hardware and software and on-line instructional techniques.
  • Demonstrated leadership in developing curriculum for discipline specific courses and/or programs.
  • Demonstrated leadership, ability, and desire to stay current in the field.
  • Demonstrated leadership and ability to work with business and industry in order to coordinate the educational program with the needs of the community.
  • Experience and willingness to assist in the evaluation of course materials, placement testing and general promotion of the Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies program.
  • Interest in or knowledge of teaching online and other distance education courses.
  • Earned Master's or Doctorate, especially a J.D., L.L.B., or L.L.M. degree.
  • Knowledge/experience in the field of law and/or legal assisting (paralegal studies), especially teaching experience.
  • Demonstrated exemplary teaching practices in law, legal assisting (paralegal studies), and/or mock trial.
  • Possession of certificate from an ABA approved paralegal (legal assisting) program.
  • Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing.

Supplemental Information
Applicants in this pool will remain active for one year. After one year, applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
NOTES:
  • If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the "equivalent" provision.
  • Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above.
  • If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter.
  • Per AP 4115 State Authorization, Distance Education - Effective July 1, 2014, faculty members residing out of state will not be assigned to teach internet courses.

Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:
  1. A San Joaquin Delta College District Application
  2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  3. Letter of Interest
  4. Unofficial or Official Transcripts from College/University

NOTES:
  • Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
  • Applicants indicating "see resume" on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
  • Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
  • Applicants, including current San Joaquin Delta College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
  • Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.
  • Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts.
  • Individuals who have completed college or university coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents.
  • A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.
  • Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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