Medium Risk Job
Paralegal
Paralegals assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, drafting documents, and organizing case files.
Salary
$59,200
US Workers
350,000
Outlook
Stable
Medium Risk
Why This Job is at Risk
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Our Data Sources
Our risk scores are based on research from:
- World Economic Forum - Future of Jobs Report 2025
- McKinsey Global Institute - Jobs Lost, Jobs Gained
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Oxford Martin School - The Future of Employment
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