Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers vs. Paralegals and Legal Assistants: Salary Comparison (2026)

Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officerss earn a median salary of $115,230/year, while Paralegals and Legal Assistantss earn $61,010/year - a difference of $54,220. Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.