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Executive Legal Assistant

Average Executive Legal Assistant Salary

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$53,994
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$39k
MEDIAN
$54k
90%
$77k

The average salary for an Executive Legal Assistant is $53,994 in 2025

Base Salary
$39k - $77k
Bonus
$600 - $5k
Total Pay
$38k - $77k
Based on 63 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Executive Legal Assistant

Medical
78%
Dental
62%
Vision
51%
None
18%

Gender Breakdown for Executive Legal Assistants

Female
91.1%
Male
8.9%
This data is based on 45 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Executive Legal Assistants

What is the highest pay for Executive Legal Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Executive Legal Assistant is $77k / year

What is the lowest pay for Executive Legal Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Executive Legal Assistant is $39k / year

How can Executive Legal Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Executive Legal Assistant 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 an Executive Legal Assistant that oversees more junior Executive Legal Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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