Indiana Paralegal Association, Inc. 2008 Salary Survey Report
Indiana Paralegal Association, Inc.2008 Salary Survey Report
On March 13, 2008 the Indiana Paralegal Association, Inc. (“IPA”) sent out an email invitation to all voting and associate members of the association. Memberswere given until April 15, 2008 to provide responses to the 75 questions below.The response was overwhelming. Two Hundred and Sixteen (216) responseswere received. We have summarized the responses below.1.What is your gender?GenderFemaleMaleTotal 155247216Percent31.94%28.24%25.46%11.11%3.24%What is your age?Age Range40-4930-3950-5920-29 60Total Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 2
3.How many years have you been employed as a paralegal?Years as a ParalegalLess than 11-34-67-910-1213-1516-1819-21 21Total 96%12.96%12.04%16.20%10.19%11.11%5.56%17.13%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 3
4. Are you a member of the following organizations? (Check all that apply)AssociationIndiana Paralegal AssociationIndianapolis Bar AssociationIndiana State Bar AssociationDefense Trial Counsel of IndianaNFPAAmerican Bar AssociationNortheast Indiana Paralegal AssociationOther county, city bar association (other than IBA)Evansville Bar AssociationAmerican Association for Justice (formerly ATLA)Association of Insurance Compliance ProfessionalsILTAMichiana Paralegal AssociationNALANational Honor Society in Paralegal/Legal Assistant Studies(Lambda Epsilon Chi)NPAAAPITotal 0.47%0.47%0.93%1112150.47%0.47%0.47%We should note that all members of the Indiana Paralegal Association, NortheastIndiana Paralegal Association and the Michiana Paralegal Association areautomatically enrolled as members of the National Federation of ParalegalAssociations, Inc. (NFPA).IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 4
5. What is the highest level of education you have achieved? Totalresponses to this question: 216Among the other category, many respondents are currently in the process ofcompleting a certificate program, Bachelor’s degree or law school.6. Which best describes your formal paralegal education? Total responses tothis question: 215Among the other category, many respondents cite on the job training andattending CLE courses and certificate programs.IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 5
7.If you have a degree or certificate in paralegal studies, is it from anABA-approved program?ResponseYesNoTotal Responses:8.Count12448172Percent72.09%27.91%How long after completing your paralegal education or training was itbefore you became employed as a paralegal?Among the others, two had internships that turned into full-time paralegalpositions. Two had found jobs immediately upon completing their education. Onewas employed after 18 months of completing their education. Three wereemployed as paralegals after two years. Two were employed as paralegals after2 ½ years and 3 were employed within 3-5 years. One was employed after 17years of completing his/her paralegal education or training.IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 6
9.Have you completed any of the certifications listed?CertificationNFPA's PACE ExamNALA's Certified Paralegal ExamTotal Responses:10.Count21324Percent87.50%12.50%What is your current employment status (for the purposes of thissurvey Full-time is considered 35 or more hours per week and Parttime is less than 35 hours per week)?Employment StatusCurrently employed full-time as a paralegalCurrently employed part-time as a paralegalNot currently employed as a paralegalOtherTotal 22%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 7
11.How did you hear about your current position? Check all that apply.How did you hear about your current position?ReferralInternal PromotionNewspaperProfessional Placement ServiceSubmitted Resume IndependentlyIPA Job BankInternet Search (Monster.com; Careerbuilder.com, etc.)Employer's websiteOtherTotal .55%12.68%8.92%7.51%7.04%6.57%2.35%10.34%Of the 22 who filled in the other category, several followed an attorney that theworked with previously to a new firm or were hired by a client with whom theyworked with at the law firm.IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 8
12.What county is your office located?CountyMarion CountyHamilton CountyVanderburgh CountyLake CountyMonroe CountyTippecanoe CountyGrant CountyBoone CountyDearborn CountyDelaware CountyDubois CountyFloyd CountyHendricks CountyJackson CountyMadison CountyMarshall CountyMontgomery CountyMorgan CountyOrange CountySt. Joseph CountyVigo CountyWabash CountyTotal 7%0.47%0.47%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 9
13.Which of the following best describes your employer?Type of EmployerLaw FirmCorporate Legal DepartmentInsurance CompanyCorporateGovernment Agency (State)Collection agencyCommercial Real Estate BrokerageCommercial Real Estate CorporationGamingGovernment Agency (County/City/Town)Independent ContractorMedical PracticeReal Estate DevelopmentSelf employed attorneyTitle UnderwriterUniversityTotal 49%4.49%3.37%3.37%2.81%2.25%2.25%1.69%1.12%1.12%If you work in a law firm, what is your area of specialty?(Select up to three)Specialty AreaLitigationOther (please specify)Personal InjuryFamilyProbate, Trusts & EstateMedical MalpracticeInsuranceProperty & Real EstateCorporation & EnterpriseLabor & roduct LiabilityCommercialWorker's CompensationIntellectual PropertyContractsTaxCivil RightsAdministrativeSecuritiesTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 10
15.If you work in a corporate setting, what area do you primarily work?SpecialtyLitigationReal EstateCorporate GovernanceAsset based lendingComplianceContractsInsurance ComplianceLaborBankruptcyBankruptcy/Creditor Rights/Commercial lawCollectionsEmployee benefitsGovernment ComplianceHealth CareInsuranceLegal AssistantLegal collections (evictions)Legal collections/BankruptcyLegal Operations SupportLegislationLitigation, Contracts, Real Estate, and LaborMergers & Acquisitionsn/aProcurement - Commercial ContractsRegulatory complianceSeveralSubrogation LitigationTotal .69%1.69%1.69%1.69%1.69%1.69%1.69%1.69%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 11
16.How many years have you worked for your current employer?YearsLess than 11-34-67-910-1213-1516-1819-21 21Total 9.44%17.76%15.89%9.35%3.74%4.21%1.87%5.14%How many attorneys are employed at your company?IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 12
Number of AttorneysLess than 1010-2425-4950-99100 or moreTotal 4.76%22.38%8.10%6.19%17.14%How many paralegals are employed at your company?Number of ParalegalsI am the only paralegal2-45-1011-1516-20More than 20Total Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 13
19.During the past year, the number of paralegals employed at yourcompany has:Increase/Decrease in the number of ParalegalsRemained the sameIncreasedDecreasedI do not knowTotal 21%10.75%Which of the following best describes your current workspace?WorkspaceOwn interior office with a doorOwn exterior office with a window and doorCubicle/open spaceShare an office with a door/windowCubicle with a doorCubicle next to the windowCubicle space near a windowExterior office w/ door but no windowFile room/large officeIn the hall next to copier and faxInterior office without a doorShare interior office/no windowShared office, no door/windowTotal .47%0.47%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 14
21.Which of the following best describes your secretarial support?Secretarial SupportI share a secretary with one or more attorneys/paralegalsI have no secretarial assistanceI have access to a word processing or secretarial poolI have my own secretaryTotal 7%Do you supervise others as part of your job description?ResponseNo, I do not supervise othersYes, I supervise one or more secretaries and/or staff assistantsYes, I supervise one or more paralegalsTotal Responses:25.Percent84.19%15.81%Do you perform some secretarial support for others as a part of yourjob description?ResponseNoYesTotal Responses:24.Percent50.93%35.51%7.01%6.54%Do you perform some secretarial support for yourself on a weeklybasis?ResponseYesNoTotal Responses:23.Count109761514214Which best describe the source of most of your work?Source of WorkI receive assignments from one or more specific attorneysI receive assignments from the department in which I workI receive assignments based on one or more specific types that I handleI receive assignments from the attorneys at largeI receive assignments based on the case/matter to which I am assignedTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 15
26.What is the number of attorneys to whom you provide directparalegal support?Number of Attorney to whom you provide direct paralegal support012345678910More than 10Total %0.47%8.37%Which of the following best describes your direct supervisor?Director SupervisorOne or more attorneysOffice administrator/managerDepartment HeadGeneral CounselParalegal supervisor/managerOtherTotal .04%6.57%5.16%8.46%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 16
28.Does your employer utilize paralegal supervisors?ResponseNoYesTotal e indicate the benefits provided by your employer regardless orwhether or not you have used the benefit.ItemProfessional association duesRegular membership meeting feesContinuing legal educationParkingProfit sharing planPension planContributes to any profit sharing, pension, or 401K on your behalfBonusesHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceFree RepresentationMaternity Benefits (not including short-term disability)Paternity BenefitsChild CareCompany CarMileageTuitionHealth Insurance (for family)Dental Insurance (for family)Free Representation (for family)Short-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityVision PlanTax-Deferred Health Expense AccountTax-Deferred Dependent Care Expense AccountFlexible work hoursAthletic Club/Gym membershipCountry Club membershipCompany Credit Card for work related/travel expensesSupport related to involvement in professional associationsTotal 6201187177179188IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 17
30.Please indicate how many vacation days you receive annually. Ifyour days are labeled PTO (Paid Time Off) days for use for anyreason, please skip to question number 32.Number of Vacation Days01-56-1011-1516-2021-25unlimitedotherTotal 19.88%34.16%12.42%9.32%1.24%7.44%In the ‘Other’ category, most respondents indicated that their time off is notcapped and their time is flexible as long as they are meeting their billable hourrequirement.IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 18
31.Please indicate how many sick days you receive annually. If yourdays are labeled PTO (Paid Time Off) days for use for any reason,please skip to question number 32.Number of Sick Days01-56-1011-15More than 15As neededUnlimitedOtherTotal 7.59%1.42%1.42%1.42%9.93%6.39%In the ‘Other’ category, most respondents indicated that they were able to taketime as needed.32.Please indicate how many PTO (Paid Time Off) days you receive.Number of PTO Days01-56-1011-1516-2021-2526-31OtherDoes Not ApplyTotal %20.94%6.28%10.92%13.09%6.81%4.16%7.80%16.75%Are your PTO/Vacation Days determined by the length of time withyour employer?ResponseYesNoTotal Responses:Count16243205Percent79.02%20.98%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 19
34.How many paid holidays (excluding paid time off/vacation days) didyou receive in 2007?Number of paid holidays01-34-67-910 or moreTotal 11Percent59.72%21.80%18.48%Does your employer pay for outside paralegal training?ResponseYesSometimesNoTotal Responses:36.Count108769421209Does your employer provide in-house paralegal training?ResponseNoSometimesYesTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 20
37.Does your employer pay for outside technology training?ResponseYesNoSometimesTotal 63%5.63%1.41%4.70%Is your current position salaried or hourly?ResponseHourlySalariedTotal Responses:41.Count1095549213Does your employer allow you to work from home on a regularbasis? (Not including overtime)ResponseNoYesTotal Responses:40.Percent36.49%32.70%30.81%Does your employer provide in-house technology training?ResponseYesNoSometimesTotal Responses:39.Count776965211How are you compensated for overtime?ResponseI am paid 1.5 times my hourly rate for anything over 40 hours in a weekI do not receive overtime pay or compensatory time.I am paid 1.5 times my hourly rate for anything over 8 hours in a dayI can choose overtime pay or compensatory timeI receive compensatory time1.5 times hourly rate for time over 37.5 hours in a weekOtherTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 21
42.How many hours of overtime do you work in an average month?Number of hours of overtime01-1516-3031-4041-50More than 50Total Responses:43.Count6011327641211How frequently do you work in excess of your normal workinghours?Frequency of Excess Work HoursAt least once a weekAt least once a monthNeverAlmost every dayDailyTotal 84%Does your employer bill clients for your time?ResponseYesNoSometimesTotal 47%Do you have more than one billable rate?ResponseNoYes, depending on the type of case/matterYes, at the discretion of the attorney/otherYes, depending on the type of work performedTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 22
46.What is your average billable rate?Average Billable Rate 25- 50 50- 59 60- 69 70- 79 80- 89 90- 99 100-109 110- 119 120- 129 130- 139 140- 149 150 or moreTotal .84%14.29%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 23
47.What was the minimum number of billable hours you were requiredto work in 2007?Minimum Billable Hours1000 or less1001-12001201-14001401-16001601-18001801 or moreI am not required to bill hours.I am required to bill hours, but do not have a minimum.Total 11%24.86%8.11%0.54%31.35%22.16%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 24
48.What percentage of your time per week is spent on billable clientwork?Percentage of Time Spent on Billable Client %90.00%I do not track billable hours.Total 0%1.10%3.30%3.30%4.95%12.64%18.68%26.92%24.18%What percentage of your time per week is spent on non-billable clientwork, such as pro bono cases?Percentage of Time Spent on Non-Billable Client Work0.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%30.00%35.00%45.00%I do not track non-billable hours.Total 7%2.21%1.66%0.55%0.55%30.39%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 25
50.What percentage of your time per week is spent on non-billableadministrative work?Percentage of Time Spent on Non-Billable Administrative %I do not track non-billable hours.Total 88%9.89%1.65%3.30%1.10%1.10%3.30%23.63%If you are part-time, what was your hourly pay twelve months ago?Hourly Pay Rate, 12 Months AgoUnder 11.99 12.00- 13.99 14.00- 15.99 18.00- 19.99 20.00- 21.99 24.00- 25.99 26.00- 27.99 28.00- 29.99 32.00- 33.99 36.00 or moreTotal 12.50%6.25%6.25%6.25%12.50%12.50%12.50%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 26
52.If you are full-time, what was your annual salary twelve months ago?(Excluding overtime and bonuses)Annual Salary, 12 Months AgoUnder 20,000 20,001- 25,000 25,001- 30,000 30,001- 35,000 35,001- 40,000 40,001- 45,000 45,001- 50,000 50,001- 55,000 55,001- 60,000 60,001- 65,000 65,001- 70,000 70,001- 75,000 75,001- 80,000 80,001 or moreTotal Responses:53.Count3311132927413013154822201In the last twelve months, did you receive any type of bonus?ResponseYesNoTotal %7.98%5.85%10.11%How much was your bonus?Bonus 0, I did not receive a bonus during the last twelve months. 1- 250 251- 500 501- 999 1,000- 1,500 1,501- 2,000 2,001- 2,500 2,501- 3,500 3,501- 5,000More than 5,000Total Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 27
55.If you received a bonus in the last twelve months, how was theamount determined? (Check all that apply)ResponseFirm SuccessSupervisor or Attorney DiscretionMeritTotal number of billable hoursYears of serviceFixed percentage of salaryCompany success"Holiday" bonusN/A1 week payAttendance, volunteering for tasksBased on case progress/outcomeCompensation CommitteeDetermined by all partners of firm.Do Not KnowFirm decidesFixed amount that everyone receivedHR also determines a percentage based on attendance, etc.HR discretionaryIf billable & other goals metIncome brought to firmMonetary goalPercentage of salary based on company successPrior it was a weeks's worth of pay; but this year it was determined by my bossSuccessful outcome of significant case I worked onTotal hours workedTwo weeks payTotal PA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 28
56.Did you receive a pay increase in the last twelve months?ResponseYesNoTotal Responses:57.Count18328211What percentage of your previous salary or hourly rate was yourincrease? Please round to the nearest percentage.Percentage of Rate Increase0, I did not receive an 00%9.00%10.00%Total t86.19%12.38%0.95%0.48%How often do you receive a salary increase?ResponseAnnuallyNo set scheduleOtherEvery other yearTotal Responses:IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 29
59.If you are part-time, what is your current gross hourly pay?Current Gross Hourly Pay 14.00- 15.99 16.00- 17.99 18.00- 19.99 20.00- 21.99 24.00- 25.99 26.00- 27.99 30.00- 31.99 34.00- 35.99 36.00 or moreTotal 69%15.38%7.69%7.69%15.38%7.69%If you are full-time, what is your current annual gross salary?(Excluding overtime and bonuses).Current Gross Annual SalaryUnder 20,000 20,001- 25,000 25,001- 30,000 30,001- 35,000 35,001- 40,000 40,001- 45,000 45,001- 50,000 50,001- 55,000 55,001- 60,000 60,001- 65,000 65,001- 70,000 70,001- 75,000 75,001- 80,000 80,001 or moreTotal .50%8.00%5.00%2.00%4.00%1.00%If you entered the profession within the last 12 months with no priorlegal experience, what was your starting gross annual salary?(Excluding overtime and bonuses)ResponseThis question does not apply to me. 20,001- 25,000 25,001- 30,000 30,001- 35,000 35,001- 40,000 50,001- 55,000Total 56%5.13%2.56%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 30
62.Do you use a laptop as your primary computer for work?ResponseNoYesTotal Responses:63.Count18232214Do you use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) or Smart Phone forwork?ResponseNoYes, I provide my own device and serviceYes, my employer provides both the device and serviceYes, my employer provides the service onlyTotal rcent83.25%9.09%5.74%1.91%Compared to other paralegals in your workplace, how would youdescribe your technology skills?ResponseAbove AverageAverageBelow AverageTotal A 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 31
65.How often do you use the following technologies in your work?ItemCD-RomE-mailHandheld Computer (PDA)InternetLaptop ComputerScannerVideo ConferencingWireless PhoneBates StampingCalendar/DocketCase/Practice ManagementClient RelationshipManagementDocument AssemblyDocument ManagementElectronic DiscoveryKnowledge ManagementLegal Online ServiceLitigation SupportPDF CreationScanning/OCRSpeech RecognitionTime & BillingTrial PresentationWord ProcessingTotal 06212153Which word processing software do you use most?ResponseMicrosoft WordCorel WordPerfectTotal Responses:Count19121212Percent90.09%9.91%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 32
67.Which legal online research service do you use CCH TaxLoislawRIAAccurintAILA infonetCase MakerCCHDialog and SaegisI use my IBM TYPEWRITER a lotNILS InsourceRarely do it if at all;RIA CheckpointUnited States Patent and Trademark OfficeUSTPOWe use several Real Estate Research SitesWestLaw and NILS/InsourceTotal 7%0.47%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 33
68.Which litigation support software do you use?ResponseNone. I do not use any.CT SummationI designed my own.Adobe ProfessionalCase DataCaseSoft Suite (CaseMap, TextMap, TimeMap)NeedlesPractice ManagerConcordanceDocHunterTeam Connect Matter ManagementUnsure of nameTotal 9%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 34
69.Which case/practice management software do you use most?ResponseNone. I do not use any.CT SummationPractice MasterCaseMapProLawAccessCaseTrackI designed my own.Law ManagerTime MattersTrial WorksAbacusAccess-based in-house systemAmicus AttorneyCase MapCase SoftCase TrackCasemasterCasesoftCitrixColumbia UltimateCorporate FocusCTI 8.3HummingbirdInteractionLawLogixLegal Files software for databaseMatter CentricMaxsysNeedlesPATTSYPractice ManagerProcomm PlusRainmaker/SummitSharepoint based system created for our department.Team Connect Matter ManagementWe have our own professional software created specifically for ourcorporation.Word, ExcelTotal %0.50%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 35
70.Which trial presentation software do you use most?ResponseNone. I do not use any.Trial DirectorPowerPointConcordanceCT SummationI designed my ownPractice ManagerTimematters/westlawTrial ProTotal 42%0.97%1.45%0.48%0.48%0.48%0.48%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 36
71.Which document management software do you use most?ResponseNone. I do not use any.CT SummationiManageHummingbirdProLawCase DataAccessFilesiteWorkSiteMailsiteTime MattersAbacusCaseMapColumbia UltimateCorporate Focus for CorporationsDesk SiteDMSDOCSFile SiteI designed my ownIn-house created - Microsoft Sharepoint basedInternal TAP systemIWOLegal FilesNeedlesPersonal officePMProcomm PlusSharepoint based system created for our department.FileSurfConcordanceIPROTrial WorksVaries from case to case, SharePoint, Discovery Radar,Iconect,We have our own professional software created specificallyfor our corporation.Word, ExcelTotal %0.48%0.48%0.48%0.48%0.48%10.48%112080.48%0.48%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 37
72.Which document assembly software do you use most?ResponseNone. I do not use any.HotDocsProLawSummationAdobe Acrobat ProfessionalCase DataCaseMap/SummationCopierLegal FilesMail MergeMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Wordpdf docsPersonal officePMProcomm PlusSummation, CasedataTimemattersWe have our own professional software created specifically for ourcorporation.Total %0.50%0.50%0.50%0.50%0.50%0.50%0.50%12000.50%For each area, please rate your satisfaction level:ItemSalarySalary IncreaseBonusBenefitsProfessional StatusWorkloadInteraction with AttorneysClient ContactChallenging ProjectsIndependence/AutonomyWork Related StressVariety of Tasks/ProjectsCooperative Support StaffHoursOffice EnvironmentOverall Job SatisfactionTotal 2214212213IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 38
74.If you have passed PACE or the CLA exam, what benefits have youreceived? (check all that apply)ResponseSense of professional accomplishmentValidation of your professional competencyPeer recognition for your skills and expertiseEnhancement of your marketability in the job market, withclients and within the work placeRespect as a professional from others in the legal communityHelping to establish standards for professional recognitionand/or regulation of paralegalsEnhancement of your employer's reputationHelping to direct the future of the professionEndorsement of leadership in your professionIncreased benefits in your workplace, i.e., salary increase orbonus, better office, better work assignments, etc.Endorsement of an expanded role for paralegals in the legalcommunityCourt more likely to accept fee declarations and/or trialinvolvement of credentialed paralegalsTotal 50%729.17%42416.67%If you have passed PACE or the CLA exam, what benefits are you notreceiving that you would like to receive? (check all that apply)ResponseCourt more likely to accept fee declarations and/or trialinvolvement of credentialed paralegalsIncreased benefits in your workplace, i.e., salary increase orbonus, better office, better work assignments, etc.Respect as a professional from others in the legal communityEndorsement of an expanded role for paralegals in the legalcommunityEnhancement of your marketability in the job market, withclients and within the work placeHelping to establish standards for professional recognitionand/or regulation of paralegalsEnhancement of your employer's reputationPeer recognition for your skills and expertiseValidation of your professional competencyEndorsement of leadership in your professionHelping to direct the future of the professionSense of professional accomplishmentTotal 5%5.88%IPA 2008 Salary Survey Report, Page 39
Indiana Paralegal Association and the Michiana Paralegal Association are . Submitted Resume Independently 16 7.51% IPA Job Bank 15 7.04% Internet Search (Monster.com; Careerbuilder.com, etc.) 14 6.57% . Intellectual Property 5 2.8
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